Chinese Lemon Chicken
A delightful dish that combines tender chicken with a zesty lemon sauce, offering a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Chicken Preparation
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast Cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 large eggs For coating the chicken
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Coating
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
Cooking
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil For frying chicken
- 1 cup chicken broth Preferably low-sodium
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice Freshly squeezed is recommended
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar Adjust according to sweetness preference
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onions For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and place in a bowl. Add the eggs, salt, and black pepper, mixing until the chicken is well coated.
- In another bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and cornstarch. Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture to ensure a good coating.
Cooking
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken pieces in batches, cooking until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then add chicken broth, lemon juice, sugar, soy sauce, and lemon zest. Stir to combine and let simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing in the sauce to coat evenly. Allow to heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions.
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Notes
Serve over jasmine rice or stir-fried vegetables. For an extra touch, drizzle additional sauce on top or add a sprinkle of sesame seeds.