Description
Lemongrass Chicken Rice Noodle Bowls are a flavorful and refreshing dish featuring marinated chicken thighs served over rice noodles with fresh vegetables and herbs.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons lemongrass paste (or 2 stalks fresh lemongrass, minced)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 8 ounces rice noodles
- 2 cups mixed greens (such as lettuce, spinach, or arugula)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the lemongrass paste, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and vegetable oil. Add the chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for more flavor.
- While the chicken is marinating, cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
- Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- To assemble the bowls, divide the cooked rice noodles among four bowls. Top each with mixed greens, shredded carrots, cucumber slices, and sliced chicken.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro, green onions, and serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
Notes
- For added crunch, top with chopped peanuts or sesame seeds.
- Substitute grilled shrimp or tofu for the chicken for a different protein option.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling/Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg