Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken: A Juicy Twist on a Classic Recipe
Discover a delightful take on a well-loved dish with this Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken recipe. Enjoy the mix of flavors and the tender juiciness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons lemongrass, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 chicken thighs, boneless
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 lime, juiced
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine lemongrass, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, fish sauce, vegetable oil, black pepper, and sugar.
- Marinate the chicken thighs in the mixture for at least 30 minutes, preferably overnight.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve with a splash of lime juice on top.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of fresh cilantro when serving.
- This dish pairs well with rice or salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 12 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 6 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 mg