Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Skewers
Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Skewers
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken thighs, boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch chunks
For the Marinade
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemongrass paste
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon spicy sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
Instructions
- 1
Cut the boneless, skinless chicken thighs into approximately 1-inch chunks. Set aside in a mixing bowl.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine all the marinade ingredients: minced garlic, lemongrass paste, soy sauce, fish sauce, spicy sesame oil, granulated sugar, onion powder, salt, chicken bouillon powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Whisk the marinade ingredients thoroughly until well combined and the sugar and salt have dissolved.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
Pour the prepared marinade over the chicken chunks in the mixing bowl. Use your hands or a spoon to mix well, ensuring all chicken pieces are evenly coated with the marinade.
⏱️ 3 min
- 5
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the chicken to marinate for at least 1 hour. For a deeper, more intense flavor, marinate for up to 24 hours.
⏱️ 60 min
- 6
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 375
- 7
Thread the marinated chicken chunks onto skewers. Do not overcrowd the skewers, leaving a small space between pieces for even cooking.
⏱️ 5 min
- 8
Arrange the chicken skewers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
⏱️ 1 min
- 9
Bake the skewers in the preheated oven for 18–22 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
⏱️ 22 min•🌡️ 375
- 10
Once baked, switch your oven to the broiler setting (high). Broil the skewers for 1–2 minutes, watching carefully, until the edges are slightly charred and caramelized. This step adds a delicious crispy texture.
⏱️ 2 min
- 11
Remove the skewers from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving. These are excellent served with white rice, sliced cucumbers, and a lime wedge, with a side of dipping sauce if desired.
⏱️ 2 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Skewers
For the Chicken
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken thighs, boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch chunks
For the Marinade
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemongrass paste
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon spicy sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
Instructions
- 1
Cut the boneless, skinless chicken thighs into approximately 1-inch chunks. Set aside in a mixing bowl.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine all the marinade ingredients: minced garlic, lemongrass paste, soy sauce, fish sauce, spicy sesame oil, granulated sugar, onion powder, salt, chicken bouillon powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Whisk the marinade ingredients thoroughly until well combined and the sugar and salt have dissolved.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
Pour the prepared marinade over the chicken chunks in the mixing bowl. Use your hands or a spoon to mix well, ensuring all chicken pieces are evenly coated with the marinade.
⏱️ 3 min - 5
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the chicken to marinate for at least 1 hour. For a deeper, more intense flavor, marinate for up to 24 hours.
⏱️ 60 min - 6
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 375 - 7
Thread the marinated chicken chunks onto skewers. Do not overcrowd the skewers, leaving a small space between pieces for even cooking.
⏱️ 5 min - 8
Arrange the chicken skewers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
⏱️ 1 min - 9
Bake the skewers in the preheated oven for 18–22 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
⏱️ 22 min•🌡️ 375 - 10
Once baked, switch your oven to the broiler setting (high). Broil the skewers for 1–2 minutes, watching carefully, until the edges are slightly charred and caramelized. This step adds a delicious crispy texture.
⏱️ 2 min - 11
Remove the skewers from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving. These are excellent served with white rice, sliced cucumbers, and a lime wedge, with a side of dipping sauce if desired.
⏱️ 2 min