Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Vietnamese cuisine with this easy-to-make Lemongrass Chicken. Tender chicken thighs are marinated in a zesty mixture of lemongrass, garlic, and fish sauce, resulting in a dish that is both aromatic and satisfying. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or impressive gatherings, this recipe brings a taste of Vietnam to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 2 stalks lemongrass (minced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine minced lemongrass, minced garlic, fish sauce, sugar, and black pepper. Mix until the sugar dissolves.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Cover and let marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add marinated chicken thighs in a single layer and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from heat and transfer to a serving plate. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or lettuce wraps.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg