Delicious Vietnamese Grilled Chicken Recipe You’ll Love

Experience the delight of Vietnamese Grilled Chicken with this savory marinade of fish sauce, garlic, and ginger.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Resting Time 5

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Vietnamese

Calories: 210

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Marinade

3 tablespoons Fish Sauce Substitute with soy sauce for a less intense flavor.
3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari is a gluten-free alternative.
1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Honey or maple syrup can be used as a substitute.
4 cloves Garlic (minced) Use fresh garlic for best taste.
1 tablespoon Ginger (grated) Fresh is preferable for authenticity.
2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Olive oil is a suitable alternative.
1 tablespoon Honey Brown sugar can replace it when needed.
1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste preference.
1 teaspoon Chili Powder Fresh chopped chili can be substituted for spice.

For the Chicken

1 pound Chicken Thighs Opt for boneless and skinless for convenience.

For Garnish/Serving

1 cup Fresh Herbs (Cilantro) Enhances flavor and presentation.
2 each Lime Wedges Offers a refreshing flavor contrast.

Equipment

Grill

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, vegetable oil, honey, black pepper, and chili powder until well combined.
Marinate Chicken: Place chicken thighs in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish, pour the marinade over, seal, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F (200°C) for about 15 minutes.
Grill Chicken: Grill each side for about 5-7 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and is charred.
Rest Chicken: Transfer the grilled chicken to a plate and let it rest for about 5 minutes.
Garnish and Serve: Slice the chicken, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 25gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, marinate overnight and check doneness with a meat thermometer.

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