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    Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Stir Fry

    Published: Jan 17, 2021 · Modified: Jan 17, 2021 This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 39 Comments

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    Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Stir Fry

    This Vietnamese lemongrass chicken stir fry is a restaurant-quality dish that you can make at home with just a few simple ingredients. It's so delicious and better than take out. The chicken is packed with flavors, no marinating is required.

    Vietnamese lemongrass chicken stir fry is one of the most common dishes you can find on a Vietnamese restaurant menu. If you have ordered and tried it, you've likely fell in love with it. You probably always wondered how the restaurants make this dish taste so good. I sure have.

    Also, check out this highly-rated VIETNAMESE CARAMELIZED PORK BOWLS recipe.

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    • Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Stir Fry

    Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Stir Fry

    Chicken Stir Fry

    Well today, I am going to show you how a good recipe for lemongrass chicken using ingredients that you are familiar with.

    My first few times eating out Vietnamese food I gravitated right to the spring roles and pho.  They were both delicious so I made that my thing and didn't explore the menu too much beyond that. I then tried Vietnamese soups with different broths and had a number of different rice and noodle dishes. 

    Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Stir Fry

    Finally I gave the lemongrass chicken a try and wondered what took me so long to do so.

    Lemongrass is one of those flavors that takes me on a journey and changes an entire dish. It makes every bite of the rice and chicken delightful, a definite favorite ingredient of mine. If you want to learn more about lemongrass, please check out this HOW TO COOK WITH LEMONGRASS article.

    How to Prepare Lemongrass

    Easy stir fry ingredients

    To make this lemongrass chicken, you will need the following ingredients:

    • Chicken thighs
    • Lemongrass
    • Vietnamese fish sauce
    • Brown sugar
    • Garlic
    • Turmeric
    • Shallots
    • Dry Sherry
    • Chicken granulated bouillon (optional)
    Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Stir Fry

    How to make chicken stir fry

    Chicken and Lemongrass

    Step 1. Prepare and Season the Chicken

    • To start, you need to pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels then cut the meat into 2-inch pieces.
    • Transfer the chicken pieces into a bowl. Add turmeric and the optional chicken granulated bouillon. Stir to combine and set aside.
    Chicken Thighs Stir Fry

    Step 2. Pre-Cook Chicken

    • In a large skillet, heat oil on high heat.
    • Cook the chicken, skin side down for about 2-3 minutes then flip and continue cooking until the meat is fully cooked. Transfer the meat to a plate and reserve about 2 tablespoon of cooking oil to cook the other ingredients.
    Lemongrass and Shallots

    Step 3. Stir Fry All Ingredients

    • Add lemongrass and shallots into the skillet. Stir for about 1 minute then add garlic and keep stirring just until fragrant.
    Lemongrass, Chicken, Shallots
    • Add the pre-cooked chicken back into the pan. Pour in some dry sherry. Continue cooking until most of the liquid has evaporated and the meat is coated with the sauce. Adjust seasoning if needed.
    Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Stir Fry

    How to store leftover cooked chicken

    You can store the leftover cooked chicken in the fridge or freezer. Properly stored, this lemongrass chicken can last up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator or up to 2 months in the freezer.

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    Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Stir Fry
    4.95 from 18 votes

    Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Stir Fry

    Rika
    This Vietnamese lemongrass chicken stir fry is a restaurant-quality dish that you can make at home with just a few simple ingredients.
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 12 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Vietnamese
    Servings 4
    Calories 356 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 pound chicken thighs, skin on, (net weight after debone, pat chicken dry with paper towels then cut into 2-inch pieces, skin on)
    • ¾ teaspoon turmeric powder
    • ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
    • ⅛ teaspoon chicken granulated bouillon , (optional)
    • 2 tablespoon neutral oil , (such as vegetable, canola, or peanut oil)
    • black pepper, (to taste)

    Sauce:

    • 1½ tablespoon brown sugar , (for a lighter taste, use 1 tbsp)
    • 1½ tablespoon Vietnamese fish sauce, (for a lighter taste, use 1 tbsp)

    Stir Fry:

    • 3 tablespoon finely minced fresh lemongrass , (click here for a complete instruction)
    • ¼ cup sliced shallots
    • 1½ tablespoon minced garlic
    • 2 tablespoon dry sherry, (or dry white wine)

    Instructions
     

    • Transfer the chicken pieces into a bowl. Add turmeric, kosher salt, black pepper, and the optional chicken granulated bouillon. Stir to combine.
    • In a large skillet, heat oil on high heat. Cook the chicken, skin side down for about 2-3 minutes then flip and continue cooking until the meat is fully cooked. Transfer the chicken to a plate and reserve about 2 tablespoon of cooking oil to cook the other ingredients.
    • Add lemongrass and shallots into the skillet. Cook at high heat for about 1 minute then add garlic and keep stirring just until fragrant.
    • Add the pre-cooked chicken back into the pan, stir for about 2-3 minutes. Add dry sherry and the sauce mixture (fish sauce and brown sugar). Continue cooking and stirring until most of the liquid has evaporated and the meat is coated with the sauce.
      Adjust seasoning with salt, black pepper, or extra sauce if needed. Serve with white rice.

    Notes

    If you love spicy, you can add some red chili pepper flakes or freshly diced red chili pepper into the stir fry. 
    Vietnamese Fish Sauce: I used Viet Huong Fish Sauce (also known as Three Crabs Fish Sauce). You can find them at Target, Ralph's, or any Asian grocers for around  $4-$6 per big bottle.
    Please note that not all fish sauce products/brands are created equal and they usually have different sodium levels (ex: Thai fish sauce has a lower sodium content than Vietnamese fish sauce).
    To add saltiness to the dish, just add a small amount of salt. Do not go overboard with fish sauce or all you’ll taste is fish sauce.
    Also, go easy on fish sauce and brown sugar mixture when you use it and make sure to taste it as you cook. 

    Nutrition

    Sodium: 709mgCalcium: 27mgVitamin C: 2mgVitamin A: 88IUSugar: 6gFiber: 1gPotassium: 350mgCholesterol: 111mgCalories: 356kcalSaturated Fat: 6gFat: 26gProtein: 19gCarbohydrates: 10gIron: 2mg
    Keyword Lemongrass chicken, Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Stir Fry
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    Comments

    1. Anita

      January 18, 2021 at 3:12 pm

      5 stars
      It is not easy to hunt-down packaged boneless skin-on chicken thigh, but they are totally worth it for this recipe. So yummy with a bowl of rice.

    2. Ashley

      January 18, 2021 at 3:25 pm

      I've never used lemongrass before, but this recipe makes me want to give it a try!

    3. Tara

      January 18, 2021 at 3:26 pm

      5 stars
      What an amazing meal! I absolutely love the color of the chicken with the addition of the turmeric and all those flavors. Yum!

    4. melissa chapman

      January 18, 2021 at 3:31 pm

      5 stars
      It looks awesome and sounds so good. I never cooked or ate lemongrass so I will have to get this and the fish sauce in the Asian market.

    5. Beth

      January 18, 2021 at 3:51 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so delicious and tasty! My husband is going to love this recipe! I can’t wait to give this a try!

    6. Tasheena

      January 18, 2021 at 3:51 pm

      5 stars
      I’ve never had or made lemon grass chicken before. Looking forward to getting this recipe a try.

    7. Anjali

      January 18, 2021 at 3:51 pm

      5 stars
      This stir fry really was super easy and had great flavor! I'll definitely be making it again soon!

    8. Heather

      January 18, 2021 at 4:49 pm

      I don't think I've ever tried anything like this. I look forward to making it soon!

    9. Chef Dennis

      January 18, 2021 at 5:21 pm

      5 stars
      This Vietnamese lemongrass chicken stir fry is making my tummy growl! I'm feeling hungry right now. Just the sight of this dish makes me want to eat.

    10. Heather Johnson

      January 18, 2021 at 6:40 pm

      5 stars
      yum!

    11. Marysa

      January 18, 2021 at 7:00 pm

      I will have to look to see where I can find fresh lemongrass. This sounds like a unique dish!

    12. Ciara

      January 18, 2021 at 8:16 pm

      5 stars
      This looks really good. I'm always looking for new food to try out and will definitely be giving this a shot.

    13. Nikki Wayne

      January 18, 2021 at 10:31 pm

      It looks so flavorful! I'm sure this dish is so savory. 😋

    14. Crystal Carder

      January 19, 2021 at 4:44 am

      I'm always nervous trying new recipes, but this one looks too good not to try!

    15. Lynndee

      January 19, 2021 at 7:51 am

      That looks good! We use lemon grass in our cooking in the Philippines. But I can't find one here in the U.S. Missed using it in soups.

    16. Nyxie

      January 19, 2021 at 8:15 am

      Looks and sounds gorgeous! I must give it a go at the weekend.

    17. Kathy

      January 19, 2021 at 12:26 pm

      I love making stir fry. It's one of my favorites to make. You can make it so many different ways.

    18. Catalina

      January 19, 2021 at 2:40 pm

      This chicken stir fry sounds so flavorful! It's a dinner that my whole family will love!

    19. Lois

      January 19, 2021 at 4:56 pm

      5 stars
      Yum!

    20. Anosa Malanga

      January 22, 2021 at 9:44 pm

      I miss traveling and part of it is eating local foods. Speaking of Vietnamese food, I really love it. I will try to make one in the meantime with this recipe.I hope I can revisit again and taste their local cuisines.

    21. Andrea

      February 23, 2021 at 1:49 pm

      5 stars
      This chicken is bursting with so much flavor. I love it!

    22. Jamie

      February 23, 2021 at 2:39 pm

      5 stars
      That sauce looks simple and delicious! I love all the flavors in this! Looks delicious!

    23. Bintu | Budget Delicious

      February 23, 2021 at 3:54 pm

      5 stars
      Flavourful but easy dishes such as these are my go to!

    24. Tara

      February 23, 2021 at 4:11 pm

      5 stars
      One of my favorites! Yours looks so good. I love that beautiful color on the chicken and such amazing flavors too.

    25. Dolly

      February 23, 2021 at 4:46 pm

      5 stars
      I love how easy these ingredients are to get at my local small town grocery store. Simple ingredients and big flavor: you have to love that!

    26. Rika

      March 15, 2021 at 12:19 am

      Thanks, Dolly!

    27. Rika

      March 15, 2021 at 12:19 am

      Thanks, Tara!

    28. Rika

      March 15, 2021 at 12:21 am

      Thanks, Bintu!

    29. Rika

      March 15, 2021 at 12:22 am

      Thanks Jamie!

    30. Rika

      March 15, 2021 at 12:22 am

      I am glad to hear that, Andrea!

    31. Rika

      March 15, 2021 at 12:25 am

      That's too bad. I hope you can find it soon. Buy bulk and freeze them.

    32. Rika

      March 15, 2021 at 12:26 am

      Let me know what you think about it, Crystal.

    33. Rika

      March 15, 2021 at 12:26 am

      I hope you can find the lemongrass, Marysa.

    34. Rika

      March 15, 2021 at 12:39 am

      I miss traveling too. Local foods are the best!

    35. Rika

      March 15, 2021 at 12:40 am

      I am glad that you liked it, Anjali!

    36. Rika

      March 15, 2021 at 12:41 am

      I think you're going to love lemongrass. It has a refreshing citrus flavor, Melissa.

    37. Rika

      March 15, 2021 at 12:41 am

      Thanks, Tara.

    38. Rika

      March 15, 2021 at 12:41 am

      Let me know if you have any questions, Ashley.

    39. Rika

      March 15, 2021 at 12:42 am

      That's right, it's quite rare but you can use bone-in chicken and debone it next time.

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