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Thai Grilled Lemongrass Chicken Recipe

Thai grilled lemongrass chicken sliced and served with dipping sauce and lettuce on a ceramic plate.
Thai-style grilled lemongrass chicken with a bold, savory marinade. Easy to prep and perfect for summer grilling or baking.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Serving Size 2

Equipment

  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Mortar and pestle
  • Grill or oven
  • Tongs

Ingredients

  • ½ stalk lemongrass finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic peeled
  • 1 coriander root
  • ½ tsp peppercorns
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • ½ tbsp light soy sauce
  • tsp dark soy sauce
  • ¼ cup evaporated milk
  • 3-4 chicken thighs

Instructions

  • Pound lemongrass, garlic, coriander root, and peppercorns in a mortar and pestle until you get a rough paste.
  • Transfer the paste to a mixing bowl. Add sugar, all sauces, and evaporated milk. Mix well until smooth.
  • Add chicken thighs and toss to coat evenly in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for a few hours or overnight. Flip halfway through if not fully submerged.
  • Grill over low-medium heat, turning occasionally until the skin is golden and slightly charred and the meat is cooked through.
  • Serve with sticky rice and your favorite dipping sauce.

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Nutrition Facts
Thai Grilled Lemongrass Chicken Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
483
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
31
g
48
%
Saturated Fat
 
9
g
56
%
Trans Fat
 
0.1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
6
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
12
g
Cholesterol
 
175
mg
58
%
Sodium
 
908
mg
39
%
Potassium
 
516
mg
15
%
Carbohydrates
 
20
g
7
%
Fiber
 
0.4
g
2
%
Sugar
 
15
g
17
%
Protein
 
31
g
62
%
Vitamin A
 
214
IU
4
%
Vitamin C
 
2
mg
2
%
Calcium
 
115
mg
12
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Notes

  • Nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and should be considered approximate.