This vibrant Chicken Sauce is a quick and flavorful way to elevate simple rice or noodles. Made with succulent chicken thigh fillets, it delivers a rich, savory profile balanced by the bright citrus notes of fresh lemongrass and garlic. A touch of crushed chilli adds a gentle heat, while fish sauce provides the essential umami depth characteristic of Thai cuisine. The sauce is light yet satisfying, coating every bite with aromatic warmth. Perfect for a weeknight dinner when you want restaurant-quality flavor without the fuss, this dish comes together in under 45 minutes. Serve it over steamed jasmine rice or toss with fresh herbs for a complete, home-style meal that is both comforting and exciting.
Chicken Sauce
Description
This vibrant Chicken Sauce is a quick and flavorful way to elevate simple rice or noodles. Made with succulent chicken thigh fillets, it delivers a rich, savory profile balanced by the bright citrus notes of fresh lemongrass and garlic. A touch of crushed chilli adds a gentle heat, while fish sauce provides the essential umami depth characteristic of Thai cuisine. The sauce is light yet satisfying, coating every bite with aromatic warmth. Perfect for a weeknight dinner when you want restaurant-quality flavor without the fuss, this dish comes together in under 45 minutes. Serve it over steamed jasmine rice or toss with fresh herbs for a complete, home-style meal that is both comforting and exciting.Ingredients
Directions
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Trim the tough outer layers from the lemongrass stems, then finely mince the pale lower sections.
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Heat the vegetable or peanut oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the minced lemongrass, crushed garlic, and crushed chilli, stirring constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Increase heat to high and add the chopped chicken thigh fillets, spreading them in a single layer.
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Sear the chicken without stirring for 2 minutes to develop a golden-brown crust.
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Stir the chicken frequently and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the meat is opaque and cooked through.
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Pour in the fish sauce and toss quickly to coat the chicken evenly.
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Remove from heat immediately and serve hot over rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 97.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5.9g10%
- Saturated Fat 1.5g8%
- Cholesterol 23.5mg8%
- Sodium 224.1mg10%
- Total Carbohydrate 1.9g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 1.3g
- Protein 7.8g16%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
