VIETNAMESE GRILLED CHICKEN

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Categories     Chicken     Quick & Easy     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 22

1-½ pounds chicken (see tips), boneless and skinless
1 teaspoon Kosher salt
2 cloves garlic , finely minced
1 shallot, finely chopped
1 teaspoon mushroom seasoning salt (or regular salt)
2 teaspoons papaya paste (see tips)
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon red chili powder
2 tablespoons grated palm sugar
2 teaspoons lemongrass purée (see tips)
2 tablespoons lime juice
4 tablespoons canola oil
3 tablespoons dark soy sauce
1 cup green onions, sliced into 2" pieces
½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
1 (16-ounce) package vermicelli rice noodles (bún in Vietnamese), cooked and cooled to room temperature
1 cucumber, seeded and cut into matchsticks
½ head iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 cup carrot and daikon pickles
4 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons roasted peanuts, slightly crushed
2 jalapeño peppers (optional), thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Directions Marinating the chicken: Trim the fat around the bottom of the breast if there is any. Wash the chicken and pat dry using paper towels. Cut the chicken into 2-½" pieces. Season with kosher salt and red chili powder. In a zip-top bag (or a bowl), combine the garlic, shallot, papaya, baking powder, palm sugar, lemongrass, green onions and soy sauce. Add the chicken. Shake the bag gently to coat the meat with the marinade (or mix well). Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of oil. Place the bag in a baking dish (for easy cleanup). Marinate in the refrigerator for about an hour. Grilling the chicken: Remove the chicken from the refrigerator ahead of time to bring it back to room temperature. Sprinkle the meat with mushroom seasoning salt (or regular salt). In a deep non-stick grill pan, brush about 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once the grill is hot, add the chicken. Cook for 5 minutes. Lift the meat with tongs and check for a caramelized crust around the meat, then flip the chicken. Lower the heat to medium-low. Cover the pan and let grill for another 5 minutes. Finish with a drizzle of lime juice and a sprinkle of black pepper. Assembly time: In a bowl, combine the lettuce, mint and cucumber. Toss well. When you're ready to serve, in each individual bowl, place some carrot and daikon pickles. Add the vermicelli noodles, the lettuce combination and some crushed peanuts. Top with the grilled chicken and a few slices of chile pepper. Serve with nước mắm on the side. Enjoy with a tall glass of chilled ginger and lemongrass drink. Bon appétit!

Raheel Ahmad
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I'm not a big fan of grilled chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the marinade was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Muktar ali Muktar ali
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This grilled chicken is my new favorite summer recipe. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the marinade is perfect.


Jordan Grabutt
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the chicken always turns out perfect. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Tuheed Paracha
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This chicken was delicious! I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts and they cooked perfectly. The marinade was flavorful and the chicken was juicy and tender. I served it with rice and vegetables and it was a hit with my family.


Magar Mahendra
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I'm not a big fan of grilled chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the marinade was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Mohammad Otaku
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This grilled chicken is my new favorite summer recipe. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the marinade is perfect.


7th Shukonna
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the chicken always turns out perfect. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


GIYAS FREE FIRE
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This chicken was delicious! I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts and they cooked perfectly. The marinade was flavorful and the chicken was juicy and tender. I served it with rice and vegetables and it was a hit with my family.


Ehsan Mahar
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I'm not a big fan of grilled chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the marinade was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Mariam Khan
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This grilled chicken is my go-to recipe for summer cookouts. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the marinade is perfect.


Jamal Abdulgan
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always so moist and flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Remmy Mwewa
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the marinade was flavorful without being overpowering. I served it with rice and vegetables and it was a perfect meal.


SKS VINES
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the marinade is perfect. I love that I can make it ahead of time and just grill it when I'm ready to eat.


Gabriel Joshua
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This chicken was delicious! I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts and they cooked perfectly. The marinade was flavorful and the chicken was juicy and tender. I served it with rice and vegetables and it was a hit with my family.


adonia tenywa
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I'm not a big fan of grilled chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The marinade made the chicken so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Aliali ali
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow and the ingredients are easy to find. The chicken turned out perfectly cooked and flavorful.


Rh Hasan
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This grilled chicken was a hit at my party! The flavors were amazing and the chicken was so tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.