Best 8 Easy Lemongrass Chicken Recipes

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Welcome to the realm of culinary delights, where flavors dance and aromas tantalize the senses. Today, we embark on a gastronomic journey to discover the secrets of crafting the perfect easy lemongrass chicken. This delectable dish, steeped in the rich culinary tapestry of Southeast Asia, promises an explosion of zesty and aromatic flavors that will captivate your taste buds. Join us as we explore the nuances of selecting the finest ingredients, the art of balancing flavors, and the techniques that transform simple ingredients into an extraordinary masterpiece. Be prepared to unlock the secrets of this beloved dish and elevate your home cooking to new heights.

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VIETNAMESE GRILLED LEMONGRASS CHICKEN



Vietnamese Grilled Lemongrass Chicken image

Chicken marinated with lemongrass and grilled. Garnish with rice paper, lettuce, cucumber, bean sprouts, mint, and ground peanut.

Provided by LUCHAPROV

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Vietnamese

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped lemongrass
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons light brown sugar
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon fish sauce
1 ½ pounds chicken thighs, or more to taste, pounded to an even thickness

Steps:

  • Mix canola oil, lemongrass, lemon juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and fish sauce together in a mixing bowl until the sugar is dissolved; add chicken and turn to coat in the marinade.
  • Marinate chicken in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken thighs from the marinade and shake to remove excess marinade. Discard the remaining marinade.
  • Grill chicken until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 3 to 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 338.9 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

LEMONGRASS CHICKEN



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h25m

Yield 15 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

15 chicken thighs
3/4 cup chopped lemongrass
1/4 cup tamari
1/4 cup oyster sauce
1/4 cup Thai seasoning sauce, such as Golden Mountain
1/4 cup thin soy sauce
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
3 to 4 slices fresh turmeric
3 kaffir lime leaves
2 cilantro roots

Steps:

  • Put the chicken in a large bowl. Add the lemongrass, tamari, oyster sauce, seasoning sauce, soy sauce, sugar, pepper, turmeric, lime leaves and cilantro roots to a blender and blend until combined. Pour the marinade over the chicken, making sure that the chicken is fully submerged. Let marinate in the refrigerator overnight.
  • Preheat a grill to 425 degrees F.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for 5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.

LEMONGRASS CHICKEN



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a favourite vietnamese dish

Provided by lnguyen

Time 30m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

500g chicken thigh fillets (or breast)
2tbsp fish sauce
1tbsp white sugar (preferably fine caster sugar)
1.5 lemongrass sticks finely diced
1 birds eye chilli (adjust amount to your liking)
3 garlic cloves (chopped)
2 tbsp oil (sunflower preferred)
1 white onion (sliced)
125ml chicken stock
1 handful of coriander leaves
cracked pepper
sliced green spring onions or fried red onions/shallots (optional)

Steps:

  • slice chicken into bite size pieces. combine with the fish sauce, sugar, 3/4 lemongrass, 1/2 chilli and 1 chopped garlic clove. Marinate for 2 hours (ideally marinated overnight, or if in a rush give it as much time in the marinate as possible). I've marinated for 10min and its fine.
  • In a large saucepan on medium heat, add the oil, remaining 3/4 lemongrass, 1/2 chilli, 2 chopped garlic cloves. Fry just until garlic starts to brown.
  • Then add the chicken and add the onions and fry for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occassionally.
  • Add the chicken stock and stir for 1min. Reduce the heat slightly and cook for a further 4 min or until the liquid has reduced slightly.
  • Put it into a bowl and garnish with coriander leaves, bit of cracked pepper, fried onions or spring onions. To serve with boiled jasmine rice.
  • TIP: if the ingredients start to become dry in the pan at any stage, add water (or some of the chicken stock) to stop it from burning.
  • You can also find the fried onions at oriental stores, they are a great garnish on pretty much any vietnamese dish!

LEMONGRASS CHICKEN SOUP



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In Chinese cultures, lemongrass and cilantro are considered yin ingredients -- cooling elements that are ideal on hot days. The subtle heat of ginger and chile, combined with the bright aroma of fresh mint, enlivens this lightened rendition of chicken soup.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds skinless chicken legs
4 lemongrass stalks, white and pale-yellow parts only, smashed and chopped
4 scallions, halved crosswise
1 onion, halved lengthwise
2 ounces ginger (1-inch piece), 1/2 thinly sliced and 1/2 julienned
1 fresh Thai or serrano chile, seeded
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
10 cups water
5 stems fresh cilantro, plus 1/3 cup leaves
3 stems fresh mint, plus 1/4 cup thinly sliced leaves
1 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 cup mung bean sprouts

Steps:

  • Place chicken, lemongrass, scallions, onion, sliced ginger, chile, peppercorns, and water in a large pot. Cover, and bring to a simmer. Uncover partially, and gently simmer for 1 hour.
  • Add cilantro and mint stems, and simmer for 15 minutes. Add fish sauce, and strain through a cheesecloth-lined sieve. Reserve broth and chicken. Discard remaining solids. Shred chicken meat, and discard bones. Refrigerate broth and chicken separately for at least 4 hours (or overnight).
  • Skim fat from broth, and reheat broth. Combine chicken, julienned ginger, cilantro leaves, thinly sliced mint, and bean sprouts in a bowl. Divide broth among bowls, and serve with chicken mixture on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 g, Cholesterol 181 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 727 g

EASY LEMONGRASS CHICKEN



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A recipe I found on About.com for Thailand and I am posting it for ZWT. Here is what is stated about the recipe: "Street cooking in Thailand is kept simple, with a minimal list of ingredients, and yet the food tastes so exquisite. You'll find the same to be true with this easy recipe for Thai lemongrass chicken. Don't be fooled by the simplicity of the ingredients - when they're put together what results is sooo delicious. This recipe is derived from my adventures talking to street cooks in Thailand and watching what they do - the only difference here is that the chicken is baked instead of grilled or stir-fried. I love to make this dish with quarter chicken pieces, but thighs and even plain old chicken breast (skin left on) works well. Note that Carnation evaporated milk is a common street ingredient in Thailand and is often used for curries. Although you can also use coconut milk, I have found the evaporated version far superior in this case. Wonderful with rice or even potatoes.."

Provided by diner524

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 chicken quarters (or equivalent of thighs or breast)
2 stalks lemongrass
1/4 cup purple onion, finely chopped
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 fresh red chili, minced (or up to 1/2 tsp. chili flakes)
1 tablespoon brown sugar
12 ounces evaporated milk

Steps:

  • Thinly slice the lemongrass and then chop it up as finely as you can (alternatively you can use a food processor or chopper for the mincing part). Do the same with the purple onion and mix both in a bowl to create the marinade.
  • Add the chili and sauces and stir again. Finally, add the Carnation milk and sugar. Stir everything together until sugar is dissolved.
  • Place chicken pieces in a flat baking pan. Pour the lemongrass concoction over, turning chicken to saturate. Turn pieces skin-side down and set in refrigerator to marinate at least 15 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Turn chicken pieces skin-side up and spoon a little more of the marinade from the pan over the surface of each piece. Set baking pan in the middle of your oven and bake 60-75 minutes, until chicken is golden-brown on the surface.
  • Accompany with plenty of Thai jasmine rice on the side and ENJOY!

LEMONGRASS CHICKEN



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It took combining a couple different recipes to get just the perfect one for us! This is a family favorite in our house. Enjoy. Serve over white rice.

Provided by Mrs. Ching

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ pounds chicken thighs, cut into thin strips
3 tablespoons fish sauce, or more to taste
1 ½ tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 ½ red bell peppers, cut into strips
¼ cup chopped lemongrass
¼ cup grated fresh ginger root
4 cloves garlic, chopped
⅓ cup chopped green onions
¼ cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon white sugar
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Mix chicken, fish sauce, and honey together in a bowl; cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat; swirl in oil. Add red bell peppers, lemongrass, ginger, and garlic; cook until red bell pepper strips tender, about 5 minutes. Add chicken mixture; saute until chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir green onions, chicken broth, sugar, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper into the wok. Simmer, uncovered, until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.5 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 96.1 mg, Fat 23.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 1018.3 mg, Sugar 12.2 g

LEMONGRASS CHICKEN



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Fresh lemongrass can be found at Asian markets, specialty greengrocers, and at many supermarkets. If unavailable use dried lemon grass (soak in hot water for 20 minutes). Or use 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest. Taken from Steven Raichlen's "Big Flavor Cookbook."

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 1/2 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons fish sauce or 3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons minced fresh lemongrass (about 1-2 stalks)
1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 large onion, thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro (for garnish) (optional) or 3 tablespoons mint, chopped (for garnish) (optional)

Steps:

  • Wash and dry the chicken and trim off any fat. Cut the chicken breast across the grain on the diagonal into 1/8-inch strips.
  • Cut these strips into 2-inch pieces.
  • Combine the chicken, honey, and 1 tablespoon fish sauce in a bowl and stir to mix.
  • Let marinate for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Trim the green leaves and root end off the lemongrass stalk and strip off the outside leaves.
  • What remains will be a greenish crea m-colored core 4 to 5 inches long and 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick.
  • Mince the core finely: You'll need about 2 tablespoons.
  • Just before serving, heat a wok (preferably nonstick) over high heat and swirl in the oil.
  • Add the garlic and lemongrass and stir-fry until fragrant but not brown, about 15 seconds.
  • Add the chicken and stir-fry until the pieces turn white, about 1 minute. Move the chicken to the sides of the wok and add the o nion to the center.
  • Stir-fry until the onion loses its rawness, about 1 minute. Mix the chicken back in the center of the wok, add the remaining fish sauce, continue stir-frying until the chicken is cooked, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Correct the seasoning, adding honey or fish sauce to taste. The dish should be a little sweet and salty.
  • Sprinkle the chicken with the cilantro, if desired, and serve at once.

GRILLED LEMONGRASS CHICKEN



Grilled Lemongrass Chicken image

Stalks of lemongrass garnish grilled chicken breasts flavored with a a soy-lemongrass marinade.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 large stalks lemongrass
4 teaspoons Asian fish sauce (nam pla)
4 teaspoons soy sauce
4 teaspoons sugar
4 teaspoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup vegetable oil
4 boneless, skinless whole chicken breasts, (about 4 pounds), split
Stir-Fried Garden Vegetables, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Trim lemongrass to 5 inches from base; remove and discard bad outer leaves; cut remaining lemongrass into 1/2-inch lengths. In a food processor, process lemongrass to a hairlike texture. Place in a bowl; add remaining ingredients except chicken.
  • Remove tenderloins (small piece of meat attached to each breast) from chicken. Pound breasts to 1/8 inch thick; add, with tenderloins, to marinade, turning to coat. Marinate, refrigerated, 30 minutes to 8 hours.
  • Brush a grill or grill pan with oil; heat until medium hot. Grill chicken until cooked through and juices run clear when pierced, 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Serve.

Tips:

  • Use fresh lemongrass. Fresh lemongrass has a more intense flavor than dried lemongrass. If you can't find fresh lemongrass, you can use 1 tablespoon of dried lemongrass.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. When you're searing the chicken, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pan. A heavy-bottomed pan will help to prevent the chicken from sticking.
  • Cook the chicken until it's cooked through. The chicken should be cooked until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides. Lemongrass chicken can be served with rice, noodles, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Lemongrass chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its bright, citrusy flavor, lemongrass chicken is sure to please everyone at the table.

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