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Vietnamese · Dessert

Lemongrass and chilli Chicken Breast Galette

The kind of Vietnamese plate you make on repeat. lemongrass and chilli, a proper sear, and a finish of fresh herbs.

4.5 from 1,328 cooks
Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Serves4
LevelMedium
Free to cook
Lemongrass and chilli Chicken Breast Galette
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the lemongrass and chilli elements, and pat the chicken breast dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Turn up the heat and add the chicken breast. Sear in a hot pan without crowding until a deep golden crust forms, then rest briefly.

Stir in the lemongrass and the rest of the lemongrass and chilli flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the red pepper along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper and a little acid. It should taste bright, savoury and balanced.

Finish with the topping and serve while hot.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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