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Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken: Discover the Flavorful Recipe!

A flavorful Vietnamese dish featuring marinated chicken thighs cooked to perfection with lemongrass and spices.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 44 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh lemongrass white part only
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes optional
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the minced lemongrass, garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, black pepper, and chili flakes (if using). Mix well to create a marinade.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Place the chicken in the hot skillet.
  5. Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
  6. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  7. Serve the chicken garnished with chopped cilantro and lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 24gFat: 20gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add more chili flakes or serve with a spicy dipping sauce.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs with boneless, skinless chicken breasts for a leaner option.

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