Grilled Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Recipe
Tender, flavorful Grilled Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken made with a fragrant marinade that infuses the chicken with savory and tangy notes. Perfect for a summer barbecue or a weeknight dinner!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 3 stalks fresh lemongrass (white parts only, finely minced)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons shallots, minced
- 3 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Chicken:
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, combine lemongrass, garlic, shallots, fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, vegetable oil, black pepper, and lime juice. Mix well.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add chicken thighs to the marinade, toss to coat, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked and charred.
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest before slicing. Serve with rice, herbs, or pickled vegetables.
Notes
- For extra flavor, reserve some marinade for dipping sauce.
- Thighs are recommended for juicier chicken.
- Great in rice bowls or bánh mì sandwiches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
