Stir-Fried Hanoi-Style Lemongrass Chicken

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Tender chicken stir-fried with fragrant lemongrass, garlic, and chili for a bright, savory Vietnamese dish served over jasmine rice. This vietnamese-inspired stir fry ready in about 30 minutes pairs garlic cloves, minced, small fresh red chili, thinly sliced, fish sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Vietnamese cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 lb thinly sliced boneless skinless chicken thighs with 3 stalks finely minced white parts of lemongrass, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp fish sauce, and 1 tbsp soy sauce; marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated chicken mixture and 1 small thinly sliced fresh red chili; stir-fry for 6-8 minutes until chicken is cooked through and edges begin to caramelize.
  3. Step 3: Remove from heat and immediately stir in 1 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 sliced green onions, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro for brightness and freshness before serving over steamed jasmine rice.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Hanoi-Style Lemongrass Chicken take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Stir-Fried Hanoi-Style Lemongrass Chicken?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep garlic cloves, minced from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Hanoi-Style Lemongrass Chicken?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Stir-Fried Hanoi-Style Lemongrass Chicken for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Stir-Fried Hanoi-Style Lemongrass Chicken?

Vietnamese stir fry like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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