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Lemongrass Chicken

Lemongrass Chicken: A Creamy Tropical Delight You'll Love

Experience the flavors of Lemongrass Chicken, a creamy and aromatic dish that's perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Baking Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs Tender and flavorful
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Coconut Cream For a creamy texture
  • 2 stalks Lemongrass Chopped or use lemongrass paste
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar Balances the flavors
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for depth of flavor
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice Use fresh for best flavor
For the Veggies
  • 1 medium Zucchini Sliced, optional
For Serving
  • 2 cups Jasmine Rice Can substitute with basmati rice

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Slice zucchini, toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and bake for 10-15 minutes.
  2. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil, add chicken thighs, and cook for 8-10 minutes until browned.
  3. Remove chicken, and in the same skillet, add garlic, lime juice, brown sugar, coconut cream, and lemongrass. Simmer for a couple of minutes.
  4. Return chicken to skillet and let it simmer in the sauce for about 5 minutes.
  5. Serve jasmine rice on plates, add chicken and top with baked zucchini.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, allow chicken to rest after cooking and adjust coconut cream to desired thickness.

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