Braised Lemongrass Chicken Recipe

Name: Braised Lemongrass Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 4 shallots, minced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 lb chicken thigh, cut in 1 inch pieces; 4 stalks lemongrass, white part only cut into 1 inch pieces; 1 teaspoon thai red chili pepper, minced (optional); 1/4 cup chicken stock; 2 tablespoons fish sauce; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut in 1 inch pieces; 2 green onions, chopped; 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, chopped

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 shallots, minced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb chicken thigh, cut in 1 inch pieces
4 stalks lemongrass, white part only cut into 1 inch pieces
1 teaspoon thai red chili pepper, minced (optional)
1/4 cup chicken stock
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut in 1 inch pieces
2 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, chopped

1
Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add shallots and garlic, cook for 1 minute, or until they start to color.
3
Add chicken and stir fry until light golden, about 4 minutes.
4
Add lemongrass, chile (if using), stock, fish sauce, lie juice, and sugar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes. Add red pepper and cook for 5 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
5
To serve, sprinkle with green onions and peanuts.

520

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 4 shallots, minced, 3 garlic cloves, minced, 1 lb chicken thigh, cut in 1 inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Braised Lemongrass Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Braised Lemongrass Chicken

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