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Andrea Nguyen’s Roast Chicken and Broccoli with Nước Chấm Vinaigrette

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  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Vietnamese
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A bold and flavorful twist on a weeknight classic, Andrea Nguyen’s Roast Chicken and Broccoli with Nước Chấm Vinaigrette combines crispy chicken thighs and roasted broccoli with a vibrant, tangy Vietnamese sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
  • 1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil
  • 3 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small red chili, sliced or minced
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Kosher salt, to taste


Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, garlic, chili, and water to create the vinaigrette. Set aside.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt. Toss broccoli with oil and a pinch of salt.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Arrange chicken skin-side up on one side of the baking sheet and spread broccoli on the other side.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Roast for 30–35 minutes until chicken is golden and cooked through, and broccoli is crispy.
  6. Finishing Touches: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes. Drizzle vinaigrette over chicken and broccoli.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Plate and serve with extra sauce on the side if desired.

Notes

  • Roast broccoli separately for extra crispiness if needed.
  • Marinate chicken ahead of time for deeper flavor.
  • Use fresh lime juice for best results.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with broccoli
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 860mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 19g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg