Description
Grilled lemongrass chicken is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that brings the essence of Southeast Asian street food straight to your backyard. Infused with zesty citrus and aromatic herbs, each bite offers a delightful balance of savory and sweet. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 stalks fresh lemongrass, minced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix minced lemongrass, garlic, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and black pepper until well combined.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag or container. Pour marinade over the chicken, ensuring it's evenly coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes (ideally 2-4 hours).
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high (about 375°F or 190°C).
- Grill the Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade and grill for about 5-7 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (113g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 110mg