Description
This Lemongrass Chicken Stir-Fry is a quick and flavorful dish inspired by Southeast Asian cuisine. Tender chicken strips are cooked with colorful vegetables and infused with lemongrass, garlic, and ginger for a vibrant citrusy flavor. Tossed in a sweet-savory sauce and served over jasmine rice, it’s the perfect weeknight dinner that’s healthy, hearty, and ready in under 40 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, thinly sliced
- 2 stalks lemongrass (white part only), finely minced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup sugar snap peas
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Cooked jasmine rice, for serving
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Wash and slice vegetables. Mince lemongrass, garlic, and ginger. Slice chicken into thin strips.
- Optional Marinate: Toss chicken with 1 tablespoon soy sauce and a pinch of salt. Let sit for 15 minutes for extra flavor.
- Cook Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Stir-fry chicken for 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same pan, add lemongrass, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add Veggies: Toss in red bell pepper and sugar snap peas. Cook for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Combine & Sauce: Return chicken to the pan. In a small bowl, mix remaining soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Pour over stir-fry and mix well.
- Finish & Serve: Cook for another 2–3 minutes until heated through. Serve hot over jasmine rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken with tofu, shrimp, or beef.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce or skip fish sauce to reduce sodium.
- Want it spicy? Add red pepper flakes or a dash of chili paste.
- Customize with more vegetables like broccoli, mushrooms, or carrots.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Southeast Asian–Inspired