Easy Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken
This is a flavorful and aromatic dish with lemongrass and garlic, perfect for a quick dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.2 lbs boneless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 stalks lemongrass finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1.5 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Combine chopped lemongrass, minced garlic, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and mix well. Allow to marinate for 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the marinated chicken for about 10-12 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Serve hot with steamed rice and garnish with additional lemongrass if desired.
Notes
You can serve with fresh herbs like cilantro or mint for extra flavor. Enjoy with a side of cucumber salad!
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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