Lemongrass-Infused Chicken Stir-Fry with Lime

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-23 · Updated 2026-04-23

Tender chicken strips simmered in a vibrant lemongrass-lime sauce, finished with fresh herbs for a bright, aromatic weeknight dinner. This Vietnamese recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs Chicken breast, Lemongrass, Garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 2, 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.

Ingredients

• 12 oz Chicken breast
• 3 tbsp Lemongrass
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 3 tbsp Lime juice
• 2 tbsp Fish sauce
• 1 tsp Sugar
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro
• 3 tbsp Green onions
• 2 cups Cooked rice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Trim 12 oz chicken breast into 1/2-inch thick strips and place in a bowl. Add 3 tbsp minced lemongrass, 2 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp fish sauce, and 1 tsp sugar. Marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add marinated chicken and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink in the center.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp chopped cilantro and 3 tbsp sliced green onions. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then serve immediately over 2 cups cooked rice.