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Lemongrass Chicken

Savory Lemongrass Chicken in 30 Minutes or Less

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A quick and delicious Lemongrass Chicken recipe that captures the essence of Vietnamese cuisine.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 500 grams boneless chicken thighs works best for a tender texture
  • 3 stalks fresh lemongrass or use 3 tablespoons lemongrass paste
  • 4 cloves garlic minced, fresh preferred
  • 3 tablespoons fish sauce adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce omit for a lighter version
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper freshly ground preferred
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil neutral oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium onion sliced for sautéing
For Garnishing
  • 1-2 pieces red chili sliced for spice
  • 1/4 cup cilantro fresh, for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken thighs with minced lemongrass, garlic, fish sauce, oyster sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and black pepper. Let it sit for 15 to 30 minutes.
  2. Sauté Onions: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced onion and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until they are soft.
  3. Cook Chicken: Add marinated chicken with all the marinade into the hot skillet. Stir-fry for 8-10 minutes until cooked through and golden-brown.
  4. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust flavors by adding more fish sauce for salt or brown sugar for sweetness, stirring well.
  5. Garnish & Serve: Remove from heat and plate the chicken hot. Garnish with sliced chili, cilantro, and lime wedges to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Serve on jasmine rice or with vermicelli noodles for a delightful meal.

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