Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (1.5 lbs or 680 g)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (30 ml)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 5 yellow chilies, seeds removed
  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce (15 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (15 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (15 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (15 g)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions:

  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Optional: Marinate for 15-30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
  2. In a blender, combine yellow chilies, garlic, ginger, fish sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, and sugar. Blend until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs, searing for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. In the same skillet, add the yellow chili sauce. Cook for 3-5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly. Return the chicken to the skillet, coating well in the sauce.
  5. Transfer chicken to a serving platter and pour additional sauce on top. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.