Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Dish (Printable Version)

Aromatic Vietnamese lemongrass chicken with bold, fresh flavors served perfectly with rice or noodles.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
02 - 3 tablespoons lemongrass, finely minced
03 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
05 - 1 tablespoon fish sauce
06 - 1 tablespoon honey
07 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
08 - 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - Juice of 1 lime
11 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a medium bowl, mix lemongrass, garlic, soy sauce, fish sauce, honey, vegetable oil, black pepper, salt, lime juice, and chili flakes.
02 - Coat the chicken thighs or breasts in the marinade, ensuring it is evenly covered. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 1-2 hours.
03 - Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates or skillet.
04 - Grill or pan-fry the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked.
05 - Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice. Serve over steamed rice, noodles, or in a salad. Garnish with fresh herbs or extra lime slices if desired.

# Additional Notes:

01 - You can substitute chicken breasts for thighs, but thighs will be juicier.
02 - For a vegetarian version, use tofu or tempeh instead of chicken.
03 - Leftover chicken can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.