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Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken

Delicious Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken for Cozy Dinners

Experience the burst of flavors in Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken, a must-try gluten-free dish perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken thighs Juicier than chicken breasts
  • 2 stalks Lemongrass Trim tough ends and chop finely
  • 4 cloves Garlic Mince well
  • 1 medium Shallot Sweet onion; can swap with onion
  • 2 tablespoons Fish sauce Opt for low-sodium if preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce Use gluten-free soy sauce for dietary option
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup works for vegan version
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil Can substitute with any neutral oil
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Adjust according to heat preferences
  • 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Add more for extra spice
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil Essential for sautéing

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Trim the tough ends of the lemongrass and finely chop the tender white parts.
  3. Mince the garlic and shallot.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped lemongrass, minced garlic, shallot, fish sauce, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and add to the marinade. Allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  7. Sear the marinated chicken in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish.
  9. Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  10. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving hot with garnishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 470mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the chicken overnight and use fresh ingredients. Serve with steamed jasmine rice or in a Banh Mi for a creative twist.

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