"Lemongrass Roasted Chicken is a flavorful and aromatic dish, featuring tender chicken breasts marinated in a zesty blend of lemongrass, lemon, and spices, then roasted to perfection with sweet caramelized onions and a rich, glossy sauce reduction."
Lemongrass Roasted Chicken Breasts
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Prep time: 1hr
Cook time: 1hr 15mins
Serves or Makes: 4
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ingredients
- 4 skin on chicken breasts
- 2 large quartered onions
- 4 stalks of lemongrass
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1 juiced lime
- 1 juiced lemon
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Method
Step 1
Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine the minced lemongrass, minced garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, lime juice, honey, ginger, ground black pepper, and extra virgin olive oil. Whisk well to blend.
Step 2
Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight, for the flavors to infuse.
Step 3
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F.
Step 4
Prepare Chicken and Onions: Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Arrange the chicken breasts, skin side up, in a roasting tray or baking dish. Arrange the quartered onions and the remaining 2 lemongrass stalks around the chicken. Slightly crush the lemongrass stalks to release more flavor.
Step 5
Roast: Roast in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through (reaching an internal temperature of 165°F) and the skin is golden and crispy. The onions and lemongrass should be tender and aromatic. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after taking it out of the oven before serving.
Step 6
Make the Sauce: In a saucepan, bring the remaining marinade to a simmer. Cook for 5-10 minutes, until it’s reduced and thickened to your liking.
Step 7
Serve: Serve with the roasted onions and lemongrass. Drizzle the sauce on top or around the plate. Garnish with fresh herbs. This dish pairs well with a side dish like Thyme Mashed Butternut Squash.