Can’t decide between seafood or chicken? Why not do both? This Thai style chicken Surf and Turf is a deliciously flavorful, protein packed meal that will satisfy both your tastebuds and daily protein intake.

🍏 How to Make It Healthy – The Fitsian Method
This recipe is already naturally pretty healthy - just be sure to weigh and portion your proteins so you’re aware of your calorie intake. Personally, I portioned it with:
- 4 oz Chicken thigh (Boneless, skinless)
- 8 Shrimps (I used size 41/50 but any size works).
💡Tips and Tricks
What side dishes go with surf and turf?
Vegetables and/or a side of rice pair well with this surf and turf dish. In this recipe, I used a side of brussel sprouts, but broccoli or cabbage would also work well.
Can I use different sized shrimps?
Yup, of course. In this recipe, I used 8 size 41/50 shrimps, which is about is about 84 calories and you can refer to this guide on shrimp sizing to determine the right amount of shrimp to use.
Pre-Make Gai Yang for Easy Meal Prep For the Week
You can make a batch of Gai Yang for the week. They can last in the fridge for about 2-3 years or longer in the freezer.
For more protein packed recipes, check out my Protein Squared Recipe collection.
📋 Ingredient Notes
Shrimp & Marinade
- 3oz Shrimp
- 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Onion
- 1 Thai chili (Or chili of choice)
Chicken (Gai Yang) & Marinade
- 4 oz Chicken thigh (Boneless, skinless)
- 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dark Soy Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Onion
- 1 teaspoon White pepper
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Lemongrass
- Cilantro, thai chilis (For garnish)
Sides
- 4-5 Brussel sprouts, quartered
- Leftover marinade from Chicken
- 1 teaspoon White pepper (Optional: For if you want some extra kick)
🔪 Step by Step Instructions
- Begin by arranging all the Gai Yang marinade ingredients in a bowl. Marinade chicken for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Assemble the shrimp and marinade ingredients and let shrimp marinade for at least 30 minutes. Note: The shrimp and chicken can be pre-marinated in batches, so you can take them out and cook them when you feel like it for the next few days - just stay aware of the shelf life of the meats.
- Cut and wash the brussel sprouts and set aside.
- Put cast iron pot over high heat. Place chicken and brussels on cast iron and pour remaining chicken marinade on the brussel sprouts. Add additional white pepper if desired. Cook the chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side and leave the brussels in for the entirety of the time the chicken is cooking.
- In the same skillet, add the shrimp and cook 1-2 minutes on each side or until the shrimp begins to curl.
- Remove from heat, garnish, and enjoy!
🍳 Recipe
Healthy Thai Chicken Surf and Turf
Equipment
- Cast Iron
Ingredients
Shrimp & Marinade
- 3 oz Shrimp
- 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 teaspoon Onion
- 1 Thai chili (Or chili of choice)
Chicken (Gai Yang) & Marinade
- 4 oz Chicken thigh (Boneless, skinless)
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Onion
- 1 teaspoon White pepper
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Ground lemongrass
- Cilantro, Thai chilis (For garnish)
Sides
- 4-5 Brussel sprouts
- Leftover Gai Yang marinade
- 1 teaspoon White pepper (Optional: For if you want some extra kick)
Nutrition & Macros
- 313 Calories
- 51 g Protein
- 6 g Fat
- 14 g Carbs
Instructions
- Begin by arranging all the Gai Yang marinade ingredients in a bowl. Marinade chicken for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Assemble the shrimp and marinade ingredients and let shrimp marinade for at least 30 minutes. Note: The shrimp and chicken can be pre-marinated in batches, so you can take them out and cook them when you feel like it for the next few days – just stay aware of the shelf life of the meats.
- Cut and wash the brussel sprouts and set aside.
- Put cast iron pot over high heat. Place chicken and brussels on cast iron and pour remaining chicken marinade on the brussel sprouts. Add additional white pepper if desired. Cook the chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side and leave the brussels in for the entirety of the time the chicken is cooking.
- In the same skillet, add the shrimp and cook 1-2 minutes on each side or until the shrimp begins to curl.
- Remove from heat, garnish, and enjoy!
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