Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Lemongrass Chicken with Rice and Zucchini Recipe

Lemongrass Chicken with Rice and Zucchini Recipe


5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

4.6 from 18 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

This Lemongrass Chicken with Rice and Zucchini recipe is a flavorful and wholesome Asian-inspired dish that’s perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal. Tender marinated chicken thighs paired with fragrant lemongrass, served with jasmine rice and sautéed zucchini, topped with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.


Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken:

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons lemongrass paste or finely minced fresh lemongrass
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

For the Rice and Zucchini:

  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For Serving:

  • Chopped fresh cilantro and lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine lemongrass, garlic, ginger, fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and vegetable oil. Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Cook marinated chicken in a skillet or grill pan until cooked through and charred.
  3. Sauté Zucchini: In the same skillet, sauté zucchini with sesame oil, salt, and pepper until tender.
  4. Serve: Serve sliced lemongrass chicken over jasmine rice with sautéed zucchini. Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, grill the chicken over charcoal.
  • Substitute soy sauce for fish sauce if needed.
  • Adjust sweetness by varying brown sugar amount.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling, Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg