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Chinese Lemon Chicken

Chinese Lemon Chicken: Easy Recipe for a Delicious Weeknight Meal

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A quick and easy recipe for Chinese Lemon Chicken that is perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon minced ginger
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 green onions, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss chicken pieces with cornstarch until coated.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken and cook until golden brown.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix soy sauce, lemon juice, sugar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
  5. Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken and stir to combine.
  6. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Serve with steamed rice and vegetables.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg