Description
A delightful dish featuring tender chicken marinated with fresh lemongrass, garlic, and savory sauce, bringing vibrant Southeast Asian flavors to your table.
Ingredients
- Chicken (breast or thighs)
- Fresh Lemongrass
- Garlic
- Soy Sauce
- Honey or Sugar
- Vegetable or Chicken Broth
- Fresh Herbs (Basil or Cilantro)
- Chili Flakes or Peppers (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the lemongrass: crush it lightly and slice it into thin rounds. Mince garlic.
- Marinate the chicken by combining it with garlic, soy sauce, honey, and sliced lemongrass in a bowl. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add oil, and cook the marinated chicken for 5–7 minutes until cooked through.
- Pour in broth and simmer for a few minutes until the sauce reduces slightly.
- Finish with fresh herbs before serving. Serve over rice or alongside vegetables.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a squeeze of lime juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Lemongrass, Chicken, Southeast Asian, Aromatic, Family Favorite