Lemongrass Chicken Rice Vermicelli Salad Recipe

Lemongrass Chicken Rice Vermicelli Salad Recipe

  • Chicken:
  • 2 tablespoons chopped lemongrass
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • Dressing:
  • 1/4 cup fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salad:
  • 1 (8 ounce) package dried rice noodles
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 1/2 cup grated carrot
  • 1/2 cup grated cucumber
  • 1/4 cup torn mint leaves
  1. Mix lemongrass, 1 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic together in a bowl until sugar is dissolved; add chicken and turn to coat in the marinade.
  2. Marinate chicken in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to 1 hour.
  3. Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Transfer chicken to the hot grill, discarding marinade. Grill chicken until no longer pink in the center, about 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  4. Whisk fish sauce, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, rice vinegar, white sugar, water, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes together in a bowl to make dressing.
  5. Place noodles in a large bowl and cover with hot water. Let soak until softened, about 15 minutes. Drain and rinse thoroughly.
  6. Combine noodles, lettuce, bean sprouts, carrot, cucumber, and mint leaves in a large bowl. Slice grilled chicken and arrange over salad; drizzle dressing on top.