Best 4 Saigon Chicken Recipes
If you're looking for a flavorful and versatile dish with roots in Vietnam, Saigon chicken is an excellent choice. Also known as "Saigon fried chicken," this popular dish is known for its crispy exterior and aromatic marinade that infuses it with a complex blend of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. The chicken is typically marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, honey, garlic, lemongrass, and other herbs and spices, then fried until golden brown. Saigon chicken can be served on its own as an appetizer or main course, or it can be used in a variety of dishes, such as stir-fries, salads, and sandwiches. With its crispy exterior, tender interior, and explosion of flavors, Saigon chicken is sure to satisfy your cravings.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GRILLED VIETNAMESE CHICKEN
This chicken is just full of flavor. Scoring the breast or thigh before marinating allows the marinade to penetrate the meat better and faster. I found this recipe in Cooking Pleasures Magazine and we just loved it. Another plus is a short marinading time that does not compromise the flavor at all. Longer would only make it better.
Provided by riffraff
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat grill.
- Place all the ingredients except the chicken in a shallow glass baking dish and stir them together.
- Make shallow slits across the chicken breast, going a little deeper in the thick end.
- Make shallow slits long ways, resulting in a slight diamond pattern in the meat.
- Put the chicken in the marinade and make sure some gets in the slits.
- This only needs to marinade for 10 or 15 minutes to pick up the flavor, I believe this is because of the slits.
- Place on grill and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until no longer pink.
- Turn once during cooking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.6, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 847.9, Carbohydrate 9.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 6.1, Protein 25.8
VIETNAMESE CARAMEL CHICKEN
Asian-style chicken with steamed rice.
Provided by Dan Wentzel
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Vietnamese
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine sugar, fish sauce, and black pepper in a shallow plate and turn chicken in the marinade. Set aside for 10 minutes.
- Combine water, fish sauce, sugar, and rice vinegar in a bowl. Set caramel sauce aside.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil and pan-fry chicken, skin-side up, until bottoms turn slightly crispy and brown, about 5 minutes. Turn and cook until skin is slightly charred, about 5 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and transfer to a plate.
- Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil to the skillet and cook garlic for 30 seconds. Return chicken to the skillet and add caramel sauce. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear. Caramel sauce should be reduced and turn amber in color. Add jalapenos and cook for 1 more minute.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 463.8 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Cholesterol 141.4 mg, Fat 30.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 38.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 675.6 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
VIETNAMESE CHICKEN
I got this recipe from a family friend, but it's a popular vietnamese dish. I try to make this for dinner every once in awhile and I always make more sauce because it goes really well with the vegetables. If you don't want to make more sauce, maggi (a type of soy sauce) goes really well with the chicken and rice.
Provided by Phammy
Categories Chicken
Time 1h5m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Wash & pat dry chicken.
- Drizzle a small amount of olive oil to chicken, about a teaspoon for each chicken.
- Season with salt and pepper (or garlic salt if you like).
- In sauce pan over medium heat, melt butter and add minced garlic. wait for garlic to brown.
- Add sugar and soy sauce.
- Stir sauce until hot and boiling.
- Turn off heat.
- Add sauce to chicken and cook covered with foil in the oven for 45 minutes, basting and turning chicken every 15 minutes. Last 15 minutes, cook uncovered.
- Serve with rice, sliced tomatoes and cucumbers. Use sauce after to put on rice or enjoy with Maggi.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.1, Fat 25.9, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 109.5, Sodium 1682.2, Carbohydrate 16.1, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 13.1, Protein 19.6
VIETNAMESE CHICKEN (CARAMEL CHICKEN)
This recipe for Vietnamese chicken includes sugar to create a sweet and savory dish with a hit of spice from generous amounts of fresh ginger, red pepper, and black pepper.
Provided by Bouthaina
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Vietnamese
Time 1h10m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add water and sugar and cook until sugar starts to melt and turn brown, about 5 minutes. Cook, stirring frequently, for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and pour caramel into a bowl.
- Rinse the skillet with hot water and return to medium heat. Add olive oil, onion, ginger, and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes; transfer mixture to a bowl.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper and add them to the hot skillet. Cook for 10 minutes. Add caramel, soy sauce, and ginger mixture to the skillet. Reduce heat to low and cook 20 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 523.7 calories, Carbohydrate 68.6 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 2584.4 mg, Sugar 55.6 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor, color, and nutrients to your dish. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, bell peppers, and snow peas.
- Don't overcook the chicken: Saigon chicken is best when it is cooked quickly over high heat. This will help to keep the chicken tender and juicy.
- Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really makes Saigon chicken special. There are many different variations on the sauce, but some common ingredients include soy sauce, fish sauce, garlic, ginger, and chili peppers.
- Serve Saigon chicken with rice or noodles: This is the traditional way to serve Saigon chicken. The rice or noodles will help to soak up the delicious sauce.
Conclusion:
Saigon chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its variety of flavors and textures, Saigon chicken is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give Saigon chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!
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