Vietnamese Grilled Chicken (Juicy & Flavor-Packed)
Juicy grilled chicken marinated in lemongrass, garlic, and fish sauce, then charred to perfection. A fast, flavorful Vietnamese favorite ideal for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
1½ lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts
3 tbsp finely minced lemongrass
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 shallot, minced
2 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari)
1 tbsp brown sugar (or substitute)
Juice of 1 lime
1 tbsp neutral oil
Instructions
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Mix marinade ingredients in a bowl or bag.
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Add chicken and marinate 15–60 minutes.
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Preheat grill or pan to medium-high heat.
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Grill chicken 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through.
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Rest 5 minutes, then slice and serve with garnishes.
Notes
Sub lemongrass paste if needed. Use tamari for gluten-free. Best with rice or noodle bowls.