Description
Grilled Lemongrass Chicken is a flavorful dish that transports your taste buds straight to Southeast Asia. Tender chicken is marinated in a fragrant mixture of fresh lemongrass, garlic, and savory spices, then grilled to perfection. This recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a delicious meal on a quiet night in. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite in your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 stalks fresh lemongrass, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine chopped lemongrass, minced garlic, soy sauce, coconut sugar, lime juice, black pepper, fish sauce, and chili flakes (if using) to create the marinade.
- Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag or bowl and pour the marinade over them. Massage gently to coat evenly. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess liquid.
- Grill each chicken breast for about 6-7 minutes per side or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve over rice or in a salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 125mg