Grilled Lemongrass-Marinated Chicken Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-01 · Updated 2026-05-01

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Juicy chicken skewers marinated in a fragrant lemongrass and garlic mixture, grilled to smoky perfection for a flavorful Southeast Asian-inspired dish. This Asian-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, lemongrass stalks, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs, cut into 1-inch cubes boneless chicken thighs
2, white parts finely chopped lemongrass stalks
5 cloves, minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1/2 tsp black pepper
8 soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 2 finely chopped lemongrass stalk white parts, 5 minced garlic cloves, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon fish sauce, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well to create the marinade.
Step 2: Add 1.5 pounds cubed boneless chicken thighs to the marinade, tossing to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto 8 soaked wooden skewers evenly.
Step 4: Grill the chicken skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, turning once, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks with a slightly charred aroma.
Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with steamed rice or a fresh cucumber salad.