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Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken

Savory Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken for Zesty Dinner Bliss

A delightful Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken recipe that combines chicken, lemongrass, and garlic for a zesty dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons lemongrass minced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken thighs or breasts
Optional Add-ins
  • vegetables bell peppers or snap peas
  • herbs fresh cilantro or basil

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • skillet
  • Measuring spoons
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • Resealable Plastic Bag

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of minced lemongrass, 4 cloves of minced garlic, 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 2 tablespoons of honey. Whisk until all ingredients are well blended.
  2. Take 1 pound of chicken thighs or breasts and coat each piece thoroughly in the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side until golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  6. Once rested, slice the Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken into bite-sized pieces and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients. Marinating longer enhances the taste. Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.

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