Bursting with vibrant Asian-inspired flavours like nước mắm, lime, and ginger, these juicy chicken thighs are your go-to for a quick and effortless meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at a dinner party, they’re incredibly versatile—toss them into a fresh salad, tuck them into a sandwich, or roll them up in a wrap for a satisfying twist!
Preparation
5
min
Cooking
7-11
min
Portion
8
Ingredients
- 30 ml (2 tbsp) canola oil
- 8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
- 2.5 ml (½ tsp) salt
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 15 ml (1 tbsp) grated ginger
- 45 ml (3 tbsp) fish sauce (nước mắm)
- 1 lime, juiced (30 ml or 2 tbsp juice)
Preparation
- Heat the canola oil in a medium pan over medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt, then place them in the pan. Cook for 4–6 minutes on one side until crispy.
- Flip the chicken thighs, reduce the heat to medium, and cook for another 3–5 minutes. During the last minute, add the minced garlic and grated ginger.
- Once cooked, turn off the heat and drizzle the chicken with nước mắm and lime juice.
- Serve as is or use in salads, sandwiches, or wraps. Enjoy!
Notes
Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in Montreal
