Description
A fragrant and flavorful Asian-inspired dish featuring tender marinated chicken thighs with aromatic lemongrass served over delicate rice vermicelli noodles. This complete meal combines savory, sweet, and citrusy flavors for a satisfying dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 stalks fresh lemongrass stalks
- 4 cloves garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 cup rice vermicelli noodles
- 1 cup mixed vegetables
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 lime fresh lime
Instructions
- Step 1: Marinate the Chicken – In a bowl, combine chopped lemongrass, minced garlic, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Add chicken thighs and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Step 2: Prepare Noodles – Cook rice vermicelli according to package instructions; drain and toss with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Step 3: Sauté Chicken – Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté marinated chicken until golden brown and cooked through (about 5 minutes per side).
- Step 4: Make Sauce – In the same skillet, add reserved marinade and lime juice; simmer until thickened and glossy.
- Step 5: Assemble Bowls – Place noodles in bowls, top with sautéed chicken and fresh vegetables arranged attractively.
- Step 6: Garnish & Serve – Sprinkle with cilantro and serve warm; add lime wedges on the side for extra brightness.
Notes
- Pound chicken thighs slightly to ensure even cooking and better marinade absorption throughout the meat
- Remove the tough outer layers of lemongrass and use only the tender white parts for the best flavor
- Don’t overcook the vermicelli noodles as they’ll become mushy; they should be tender but still have a slight bite
- Reserve some marinade before adding raw chicken to use for the sauce, ensuring food safety
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Marinating and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385 calories
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: lemongrass chicken vermicelli, Asian noodles, marinated chicken, rice vermicelli, Vietnamese inspired, healthy dinner, quick meal