Chicken with Lemongrass
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this aromatic and flavorful Chicken with Lemongrass recipe, a Southeast Asian-inspired dish bursting with vibrant ingredients. Tender chicken thighs are seared to perfection and simmered in a fragrant marinade of soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, and a touch of brown sugar, creating a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors. Finely chopped lemongrass, fresh ginger, garlic, and chili infuse each bite with zesty, citrusy warmth, while a garnish of cilantro adds a refreshing finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles, making it an easy yet impressive meal for any occasion. Elevate your home cooking with this irresistible fusion of bold spices and simple techniques that will leave your taste buds craving more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 2 stalks lemongrass stalks
- 4 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 inch piece ginger
- 2 pieces shallots
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 piece red chili
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Trim any excess fat off the chicken thighs and season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
Peel the outer layers of the lemongrass stalks and finely chop the tender inner parts. Mince the garlic, ginger, and shallots. Thinly slice the red chili.
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice to create a marinade.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the lemongrass, garlic, ginger, shallots, and chili. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the chicken thighs to the skillet. Sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Pour the marinade into the skillet, reducing the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, occasionally spooning the sauce over the chicken to ensure even flavoring.
Remove the lid and let the sauce reduce for an additional 5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
Garnish the dish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving. Optionally, serve with steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1773 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.3 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.2 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 564 mg | 188% | |
| Sodium | 5939 mg | 258% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.7 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.3 g | ||
| Protein | 167.7 g | 335% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 250 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 19.1 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 3111 mg | 66% | |
*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.
