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Lemongrass Chicken Stir-Fry: A Flavorful Simple Recipe

A flavorful and simple recipe for Lemongrass Chicken Stir-Fry that combines tender chicken with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemongrass finely minced (white part only)
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas trimmed
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Cooked jasmine rice for serving

Method
 

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the minced lemongrass, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the sliced red bell pepper and snap peas to the skillet. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  5. Serve the stir-fry over cooked jasmine rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 28gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add sliced red chili peppers or a dash of sriracha to the stir-fry.
  • You can also substitute the chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.

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