Vietnamese Grilled Chicken with Bold, Savory Flavor
Juicy grilled chicken marinated in lemongrass, garlic, fish sauce, and brown sugar. A Vietnamese street food favorite that’s perfect for grilling or pan-searing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Total Time: 2.5 hours
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
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2½ lbs chicken thighs or drumsticks
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2 stalks lemongrass, minced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 shallots, minced
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3 tbsp fish sauce
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1½ tbsp brown sugar
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1 tbsp lime juice or rice vinegar
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1 tbsp soy sauce (optional)
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1 tbsp vegetable oil
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½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
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Combine marinade ingredients in a large bowl or bag.
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Add chicken and coat well. Marinate 2 hours or overnight.
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Grill over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.
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Let rest before serving.
Notes
Serve over rice or noodles with fresh herbs and nước chấm. Leftovers keep 4 days refrigerated.