Vietnamese Grilled Chicken
Vietnamese Grilled Chicken offers a delightful blend of savory, sweet, and aromatic flavors, perfect for any home cook. It's easy to prepare using everyday ingredients and can be cooked on a grill, in the oven, or even in an air fryer.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 600 g Chicken (thighs or breasts) cut into pieces
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- 2 stalks Lemongrass finely chopped or zested
- 30 ml Fish sauce
- 15 ml Soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free
- 15 ml Honey
- 30 ml Lime juice
- 1 g Pepper to taste
- 15 ml Light oil for coating
- 20 g Fresh herbs (cilantro or green onions) for garnish
Instructions
- Mix the marinade ingredients (garlic, lemongrass, fish sauce, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and pepper) in a mixing bowl.
- Toss the chicken pieces in the marinade to coat well and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 200°C.
- Place the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket, allowing space between pieces.
- Cook for about 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 74°C and the surface is nicely browned.
- Flip the chicken halfway through cooking for even coloring and texture.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing to retain moisture.
Notes
Tip: Pat the chicken dry before marinating and avoid overcrowding the air fryer for a crispier result.