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Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken

Savory Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken for Memorable Meals

Experience the delightful flavors of Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken, a fragrant dish perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients
  • 2 stalks Lemongrass finely chopped
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 medium Shallots chopped
  • 3 tablespoons Fish Sauce for umami flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce low-sodium preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar brown sugar recommended
Chicken Ingredients
  • 1 kilogram Chicken Thighs dark meat for best flavor

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Tongs

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine lemongrass, garlic, shallots, fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar. Stir until sugar dissolves.
  2. Coat chicken thighs evenly with marinade, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Preheat grill to medium heat (350°F / 175°C), ensuring grates are clean and lightly oiled.
  4. Place chicken skin-side down on the grill and sear for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Flip chicken, reduce heat if necessary, and cook an additional 7-10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  6. Remove chicken from grill, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate for up to 24 hours for deeper flavor. Use leftovers in stir-fries or salads for versatile meals.

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