Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken

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This lemongrass chicken recipe marinates chicken thighs briefly in a mixture of lemongrass, fish sauce, brown sugar, and garlic before grilling for a delightful summer meal. Garnish with green onions or fresh mint, if you like.

Submitted by LUCHAPROV

Updated on May 2, 2024

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Additional Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Servings:

4

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped lemongrass
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons light brown sugar
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon fish sauce
1 ½ pounds chicken thighs, or more to taste, pounded to an even thickness

Directions

Gather all ingredients.

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Mix together canola oil, lemongrass, lemon juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and fish sauce in a glass bowl until sugar is dissolved

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Add chicken and turn to coat in marinade. Marinate chicken in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to 1 hour.

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Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Remove chicken thighs from marinade; shake to remove excess. Discard remaining marinade.

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Cook chicken on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 3 to 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

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From the Editor

The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of the marinade ingredients. The actual amount of the marinade consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

308	Calories
19g	Fat
4g	Carbs
29g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 308
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19g	24%
Saturated Fat 4g	19%
Cholesterol 105mg	35%
Sodium 339mg	15%
Total Carbohydrate 4g	1%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 29g	58%
Vitamin C 2mg	2%
Calcium 21mg	2%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 303mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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