Description
Grilled Vietnamese Chicken: A Flavorful Delight is a delicious and aromatic dish that combines the savory flavors of fish sauce, garlic, and ginger with tender grilled chicken thighs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup fish sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, brown sugar, soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours for more flavor.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and let any excess drip off. Discard the marinade.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is nicely charred.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve the grilled chicken garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes or serve with a spicy dipping sauce.
- Try marinating the chicken overnight for an even deeper flavor.
- You can also substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts if you prefer a leaner option.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg