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Vietnamese Grilled Chicken

Delicious Vietnamese Grilled Chicken You’ll Crave Again

Experience the tantalizing flavors of Vietnamese Grilled Chicken, featuring a savory marinade of fish sauce and ginger.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use gluten-free if desired
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Honey can be used as an alternative
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Use fresh for best flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (grated)
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Can substitute with canola or grapeseed oil
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup works for a vegan version
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Modify based on spice preference
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs (boneless, skinless) Can substitute chicken breasts for a leaner option
For Garnishing and Serving
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Herbs (cilantro) For garnish
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges For serving

Equipment

  • grill
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Re-sealable Bag

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, vegetable oil, honey, black pepper, and chili powder until the brown sugar is fully dissolved.
  2. Add boneless, skinless chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover with plastic wrap or transfer to a resealable bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. About 15 minutes before grilling, preheat your grill to medium-high heat, aiming for about 400°F (200°C).
  4. Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Grill for 5–7 minutes on each side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  5. Transfer the grilled chicken thighs to a plate and let them rest for 5 minutes.
  6. Slice the grilled chicken, serve garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, marinate overnight. Allow chicken to rest before slicing to retain juices. Serve with jasmine rice or a salad.

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