Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Vietnam with this Easy & Simple Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken. Perfectly tender chicken thighs are marinated in a rich and savory lemongrass blend, offering a delightful balance of sweetness and tanginess.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.25 lb skinless boneless chicken thighs
- 1 stalk lemongrass (white parts only)
- 1 shallot
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp regular soy sauce
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Step: Blend marinade ingredients in a food processor until smooth.
- Step: Marinate chicken thighs in the mixture for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Step: Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
- Step: Cook marinated chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through (3-4 minutes per side).
- Step: Serve hot with your desired dipping sauce.
Notes
Use only the white parts of the lemongrass for the best texture. For a deeper flavor infusion, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken, chicken thighs, easy dinner, Asian cuisine