Nut-Free Lemongrass Chicken

Elevate your dinner table with this vibrant Nut-Free Lemongrass Chicken, a dish brimming with bold Southeast Asian flavors while staying allergy-friendly. Succulent chicken thighs are marinated in a fragrant blend of lemongrass, garlic, ginger, and lime juice, then simmered in a luscious coconut milk sauce infused with soy sauce, fish sauce, and a touch of brown sugar for the perfect balance of savory and sweet. This easy-to-make recipe is free of nuts but full of rich, aromatic depth, making it ideal for family meals or casual entertaining. Garnished with fresh cilantro and a hint of red chili heat, Nut-Free Lemongrass Chicken pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles for a deliciously satisfying meal in just under an hour.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken thighs
• 2 stalks lemongrass stalks
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 inch ginger
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 0.25 cup cilantro
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 piece red chili

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the ingredients. Finely chop the lemongrass, peel and mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the lemongrass, garlic, and ginger with soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved.

Step 3

Place the chicken thighs in the bowl and toss them in the marinade ensuring they are well coated. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken thighs, reserving the marinade for later.

Step 5

Cook the chicken for about 5-6 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium and pour in the reserved marinade along with the coconut milk. Stir gently, while scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, and let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes or until slightly thickened.

Step 7

Slice the red chili thinly. Garnish the cooked chicken with chopped cilantro and sliced red chili.

Step 8

Serve the lemongrass chicken hot with your choice of sides like steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1205g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1853.2

Total Fat 93.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 564mg	0%
Sodium 4791.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 88.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g	0%
Total Sugars 37.8g
Protein 166.1g	0%

Vitamin D 42IU	0%
Calcium 247.7mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 3143.5mg	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: 45.3%

Protein: 35.7%

Carbs: 19.1%