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Chinese Lemon Chicken

Crispy and Tangy Chinese Lemon Chicken: A Family Favorite

Enjoy the delightful taste of Chinese Lemon Chicken with this quick and easy recipe that captures the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 large eggs for coating
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/2 cup corn starch for coating
For the Lemon Sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth for flavor
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup sugar or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon salt
For Frying
  • 1/2 cup vegetable or canola oil for frying
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons cold chicken broth or water to dissolve corn starch
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions fresh
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • mixing bowls
  • shallow dish
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cutting the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces for even cooking. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, soy sauce, and white cooking wine. Coat the chicken pieces in this mixture, allowing them to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Once the chicken has marinated, discard the leftover marinade. Place corn starch in a shallow dish and toss the marinated chicken pieces in it until each piece is evenly coated.
  3. Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable or canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the coated chicken pieces for approximately 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and pour in chicken broth, soy sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, sugar, honey, and salt. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Mix corn starch with cold chicken broth or water until smooth. Gradually add this mixture to the boiling sauce while stirring continuously, allowing it to simmer and thicken for about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Return the crispy chicken pieces to the pan, tossing them in the sauce until well-coated. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds and serve over rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, serve hot and add a splash of chicken broth when reheating leftovers to keep chicken tender.

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