Juicy Vietnamese grilled chicken marinated in a savory-sweet blend of fish sauce, lemongrass, and garlic. Perfect for rice bowls, salads, or bánh mì sandwiches.
1½–2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
3 tbsp fish sauce
2 tbsp soy sauce
1½ tbsp brown sugar
1 stalk lemongrass, minced (or 1 tbsp lemongrass paste)
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 shallots, finely chopped
Juice of 1 lime
1 tbsp oil
½ tsp black pepper
Mix marinade ingredients in a bowl or zip-top bag.
Add chicken and marinate in fridge for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high.
Grill chicken 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through and charred.
Let rest, slice, and serve.
Substitute chicken breasts if preferred.
Oven or stovetop methods also work well.
Pairs perfectly with rice, noodles, or crusty bread.