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Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken

Savory Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken: Easy BBQ Delight

This Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken recipe brings vibrant flavors and easy preparation for a delicious BBQ experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic finely chopped
  • 1 Shallot finely chopped
  • 1-2 stalks Lemongrass use only tender parts
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Dark Soy Sauce or regular soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar brown sugar for richness
  • 2 tablespoons Water optional for thinner marinade
For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds Boneless Chicken Thighs preferred for moisture and flavor

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Medium-sized bowl
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade by finely chopping garlic, shallots, and lemongrass.
  2. Combine Ingredients in a bowl with garlic, shallots, lemongrass, fish sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, and optional water.
  3. Marinate the Chicken for 30 minutes to 1 hour, or overnight for deeper flavor.
  4. Preheat the Grill to medium heat, around 350°F to 400°F, and oil the grates.
  5. Grill the Chicken for about 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Rest the Chicken for about 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 27gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 2gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Remove garlic and shallots from chicken before grilling to prevent bitter flavor. Marinating overnight enhances flavors.

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