Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of this Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken, a quick and easy dish that transforms simple ingredients into a delicious meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (600g)
- 2 stalks fresh lemongrass, minced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger root, grated
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp light brown sugar
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (e.g., canola)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together minced lemongrass, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice until well blended.
- Slice chicken into bite-sized pieces or leave whole; add to the marinade and let soak for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from heat and let rest briefly. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving over steamed rice or in salads.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg