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Vietnamese Grilled Chicken

Savory Vietnamese Grilled Chicken Bursting with Flavor

This Vietnamese Grilled Chicken is a flavorful and quick meal, perfect for gatherings and grilling enthusiasts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs Can use chicken breasts for a leaner option.
  • 3 tablespoons Fish sauce Use soy sauce for a vegetarian option.
  • 3 tablespoons Soy sauce No direct substitution for flavor equivalency.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown sugar Coconut sugar for a less processed alternative.
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) Freshly minced is best for potency.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (grated) Fresh ginger preferred for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil Olive oil can be used for a different taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup for a different sweetness profile.
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Adjust for spice level as needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder Optional fresh chilies for more heat.
Serving Ingredients
  • 1 cup Fresh herbs (Cilantro) Mint or basil can offer a different herbaceous note.
  • 2 pieces Lime wedges Key for flavor enhancement.

Equipment

  • grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • resealable plastic bag

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, vegetable oil, honey, black pepper, and chili powder. Whisk until the brown sugar dissolves.
  2. Gently coat the chicken thighs with the marinade and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F (200°C), for perfect grilling.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
  5. Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges, and serve alongside steamed rice or grilled vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Marinate overnight for a deeper flavor. Always check the internal temperature to ensure safety and juiciness.

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