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Grilled Vietnamese Chicken

Grilled Vietnamese Chicken: Flavor-Packed for Your BBQ Nights

This Grilled Vietnamese Chicken recipe is a perfect blend of zesty flavors, ideal for BBQ nights and busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs Consider using chicken breasts for a lighter option.
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice Substitute with lemon juice for a similar effect.
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil Olive oil or canola oil works if preferred.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium soy sauce to control salt levels.
  • 1 tbsp Fish Sauce Worcestershire sauce can be a good substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar White sugar or honey can be used as alternatives.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Use more for a stronger taste if desired.
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Fresh ginger is preferred.
  • 1 tsp Red Chili Flakes Omit for less spice or increase for more intensity.
For Serving
  • 1/2 cup Cilantro Use more for garnish if desired.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Grill alongside chicken for caramelized touch.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • meat mallet
  • Ziploc bag or bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Grilled Vietnamese Chicken
  1. Start by trimming any excess fat from the chicken thighs and pound to a uniform thickness of about ¾ inch.
  2. In a Ziploc bag or bowl, combine lime juice, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes. Massage into chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F (200°C), and brush the grates with vegetable oil.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade, place on grill, and cook each side for 3-5 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  5. Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with cilantro and grilled green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 27gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover grilled chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for longer storage. Reheat gently to keep it juicy.

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