Vietnamese Chicken Sticks

Bring bold, aromatic flavors to your table with these irresistible Vietnamese Chicken Sticks—a street food-inspired delight that's perfect for grilling enthusiasts! Tender chicken thighs are marinated in a fragrant blend of lemongrass, garlic, shallots, fish sauce, and soy sauce, with a touch of brown sugar for balance, then threaded onto skewers for easy cooking. Whether grilled to golden perfection or broiled for convenience, these juicy chicken skewers boast a delightful caramelized exterior. Garnish with fresh cilantro or mint and a squeeze of lime for a zesty finish, and watch them disappear at your next barbecue or casual dinner. Simple yet packed with authentic Vietnamese flavors, these skewers are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Chicken thighs
• 2 Lemongrass stalks (finely chopped)
• 4 Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 Shallots (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili flakes (optional)
• 8 Wooden skewers
• 1 bunch Fresh cilantro or mint leaves (for garnish)
• 1 Lime wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Start by soaking the wooden skewers in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent burning while grilling.

Step 2

Trim any excess fat from the chicken thighs and cut the meat into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1-inch cubes.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped lemongrass, minced garlic, minced shallots, fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, ground black pepper, vegetable oil, and chili flakes if using. Mix well to create the marinade.

Step 4

Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more intense flavor.

Step 5

Once marinated, thread the chicken pieces onto the soaked wooden skewers, ensuring each skewer is evenly loaded but not overcrowded.

Step 6

Preheat a grill, grill pan, or broiler to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates or pan to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Place the chicken skewers on the grill and cook for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking. The chicken should be golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).

Step 8

Remove the skewers from the heat and let them rest for 2 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro or mint leaves and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(678.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1272.2

Total Fat 68.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g
Cholesterol 470mg	0%
Sodium 3517.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g	0%
Total Sugars 11.3g
Protein 135.8g	0%

Vitamin D 35IU	0%
Calcium 159.9mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 1653.7mg	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: 48.9%

Protein: 43.1%

Carbs: 8.0%