Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons lemongrass paste such as Gourmet Garden
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice fresh
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil canola or vegetable
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- Fresh cilantro for serving
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine lemongrass paste, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, honey, neutral oil, and black pepper.
- Whisk the mixture until fully combined to create a marinade.
- Add the boneless skinless chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated.
- Cover and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to enhance the flavor.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the marinated chicken thighs in a baking dish in a single layer.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
Adjust the amount of honey for sweetness preference.
Serve with rice or salad for a complete meal.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 296
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.