Lemon Grass Chicken

Infuse your dinner routine with bold Southeast Asian flavors with this irresistible Lemongrass Chicken recipe! Tender, juicy chicken thighs are marinated in a fragrant blend of lemongrass, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, fish sauce, and honey, delivering a perfect balance of savory, zesty, and slightly sweet notes. Seared to golden perfection in a skillet, the chicken boasts caramelized edges and an aromatic richness that will tantalize your taste buds. Finished with fresh cilantro and optional red chili for a burst of heat, this dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice, noodles, or a crisp green salad. Ready in under an hour, this easy weeknight dinner brings vibrant, restaurant-quality flavors to your table with minimal effort. Keywords: Lemongrass Chicken recipe, Southeast Asian chicken, easy skillet chicken, quick dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 2 pieces lemongrass stalks
• 4 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 inch ginger
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
• 1 piece red chili (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the lemongrass. Trim the tough outer layers of the stalks and use only the lower, tender part. Finely mince the lemongrass or pound it using a mortar and pestle for a finer texture.

Step 2

Peel and finely mince the garlic and ginger.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine minced lemongrass, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, fish sauce, honey, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. This will be your marinade.

Step 4

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and add them to the marinade. Mix well to ensure the chicken is fully coated. Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes (or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor) in the refrigerator.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Add the marinated chicken to the skillet, spreading it into an even layer. Allow the chicken to sear for 2-3 minutes without stirring to develop a golden crust.

Step 7

Stir the chicken and cook for an additional 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly caramelized.

Step 8

If using, thinly slice the red chili and add it to the skillet during the last 2 minutes of cooking for a little heat.

Step 9

Transfer the cooked chicken to a serving dish and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.

Step 10

Serve hot with steamed rice, noodles, or a fresh salad on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1012.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1922.0

Total Fat 102.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 850.5mg	0%
Sodium 6033.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g	0%
Total Sugars 19.6g
Protein 186.8g	0%

Vitamin D 47.6IU	0%
Calcium 239.4mg	0%
Iron 18.8mg	0%
Potassium 3061.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.7%

Protein: 38.8%

Carbs: 13.5%