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Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken

Savor Authentic Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Tonight

Indulge in Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken, a quick, savory dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken thighs Substitute with chicken breasts if desired.
For the Marinade
  • 2 stalks Lemongrass Finely chopped.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 medium Shallot Minced.
  • 3 tablespoons Fish sauce Vegetarian alternative: soy sauce.
  • 3 tablespoons Soy sauce Use gluten-free if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup can be a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil Can replace with any cooking oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Adjust according to taste.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil Any neutral oil works.

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Trim the lemongrass and finely chop the tender part. Mince the garlic and shallot.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine lemongrass, garlic, shallot, fish sauce, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Whisk until well-blended.
  4. Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and coat with the marinade. Let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken in batches.
  6. Sear each side of the chicken for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Transfer seared chicken to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
  8. Let chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with green onions and cilantro, and serve with jasmine rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 24gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate longer for enhanced flavor. Adjust red pepper flakes for desired heat level.

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