Lemongrass Chicken

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Lemongrass Chicken

This lemongrass chicken has a sweet and savory marinade and is grilled to juicy perfection.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs about 1 ½ lbs
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 ½ tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemongrass minced
  • 1 ½ tablespoons minced fresh ginger see notes
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
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Instructions

  1. To prepare lemongrass, cut it into pieces 3 to 4 inches long and remove the tough, woody outer layers. Finely chop the tender inside portion.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, lemongrass, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes if using.
  3. Add the chicken thighs and toss well to coat. Marinate at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high. Cook the chicken 3 to 4 minutes per side or until it reaches 165°F in the thickest part.

Notes

  • Lemongrass subsitute: You can replace lemongrass with a lemongrass paste if you'd prefer.
  • Chicken breasts: If using chicken breasts in place of chicken thighs, pound the breasts to ½-inch thickness before marinating and grill 6 to 7 minutes per side.
  • Serving suggestion: Our favorite way to serve this chicken is with rice noodles or over rice with fresh lime, fresh vegetables such as cucumbers, bean sprouts, pea shoots, and fresh herbs like basil, cilantro, and/or mint.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. 

Nutrition Information

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Calories 320 (16%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 45g (90%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 0.04g Cholesterol 215mg (72%) Sodium 1239mg (52%) Potassium 649mg (19%) Fiber 0.2g (1%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 94IU (2%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 40mg (4%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 320 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 320 16%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 45g 90%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Trans Fat 0.04g 2%
Cholesterol 215mg 72%
Sodium 1239mg 52%
Potassium 649mg 14%
Fiber 0.2g 1%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 94IU 2%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 40mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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