Lemongrass Marinated Chicken Banh Mi Bowl
This deconstructed banh mi bowl with lemongrass chicken takes all the flavours of a Vietnamese banh mi right into one bowl.
Servings: 2
Calories: 475.8kcal
Ingredients
Lemongrass Chicken Marinade
- 8 oz chicken breast, boneless, skinless (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce low-sodium
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 stalks lemongrass outer layers removed and thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp ginger grated
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Vegetables
- 1 large carrot sliced
- 2 tbsp radish sliced
- ½ cucumber sliced
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- Pinch salt
Sriracha “mayo”:
- 3 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp sriracha
- 1 squeeze lime
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
For the Bowl:
- 1.5 cup quinoa cooked
- 1 tbsp cilantro chopped
- 1 tbsp green onion sliced
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, lemongrass, lemongrass, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Add the chicken breasts pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 2 stalks lemongrass, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tsp ginger, 1 tsp sesame oil, 8 oz chicken
- Combine carrots, radish, and cucumber with rice vinegar and salt, tossing well to coat.1 large carrot, 2 tbsp radish, ½ cucumber, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, Pinch salt
- Once chicken is finished marinating, preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken breasts for about 5-6 minutes per side or until they're fully cooked through. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, begin to prepare sriracha "mayo" by mixing together Greek yogurt, sriracha, lime juice, and garlic powder. Set aside.3 tbsp Greek yogurt, 1 tsp sriracha, 1 squeeze lime, ¼ tsp garlic powder
- Begin to assemble bowls by adding quinoa as the base. Arrange the chicken on top, along with the carrot, cucumber, radish, cilantro, and green onion. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of sriracha mayo. Serve and enjoy!1.5 cup quinoa, 1 tbsp cilantro, 1 tbsp green onion, 1 tsp sesame seeds
Cooking Tips
Marination Time:Allow the chicken to marinate in the lemongrass mixture for at least 30 minutes to infuse flavour.Grilling or Pan-Searing:Grill or pan-sear the chicken for a caramelized exterior. Ensure it's cooked through but still juicy.Lemongrass Preparation:Finely mince or blend lemongrass for maximum flavor. Remove tough outer layers before use.Healthy Base:Use a base of cauliflower rice or quinoa instead of traditional rice for a lower-carb option.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Lemongrass Marinated Chicken Banh Mi Bowl
Amount per Serving
Calories
475.8
% Daily Value*
Fat
17.1
g
26
%
Saturated Fat
5.7
g
36
%
Cholesterol
68
mg
23
%
Sodium
482.6
mg
21
%
Potassium
1016.9
mg
29
%
Carbohydrates
47.6
g
16
%
Fiber
5.9
g
25
%
Sugar
13.4
g
15
%
Protein
32.2
g
64
%
Vitamin C
9.6
mg
12
%
Calcium
107.3
mg
11
%
Iron
5.7
mg
32
%
Magnesium
144.8
mg
36
%
Zinc
7.6
mg
51
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.