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Vietnamese-Inspired Chicken and Noodle Bowls

Vietnamese-Inspired Chicken and Noodle Bowls

Delicious Vietnamese-Inspired Chicken and Noodle Bowls with a flavorful marinade and fresh toppings.
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Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 17 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Vietnamese
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • zip-top bag
  • cutting board

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade

  • ¼ cup avocado oil
  • ½ cup coconut aminos
  • 3 tablespoons coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2 shallots, halved and thinly sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2-4 Thai chiles, minced depending on heat preference
  • 2 teaspoons peeled and freshly grated ginger
  • 1 lime zest
  • ½ cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 2 limes)
  • ¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs trimmed of excess fat

For Serving

  • prepared rice noodles
  • spring greens
  • sliced cucumbers
  • matchstick carrots
  • fresh herbs (Thai basil, mint, and/or cilantro)

Instructions
 

Marinade Chicken

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the avocado oil, coconut aminos, coconut sugar, fish sauce, shallots, garlic, Thai chiles, ginger, lime zest, lime juice, cilantro, and salt until well combined.
  • Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl or zip-top bag. Pour in half of the marinade (reserve the rest for serving) and toss to coat the chicken thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best flavor.

Grill the Chicken

  • Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, remove the chicken from the marinade, letting the excess drip off, and grill for 5–6 minutes per side, or until the chicken is deeply caramelized and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Serve

  • Divide the rice noodles, spring greens, cucumbers, and carrots among shallow bowls. Top with the sliced grilled chicken and drizzle with the reserved marinade. Garnish with plenty of fresh herbs and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Chicken, grilled, Healthy, marinade, noodles
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