Crispy Lemon Chicken: Quick, Flavorful Brilliance in 20 Minutes

Crispy Lemon Chicken is a quick and easy dish that delivers a crunchy, zesty experience in just 20 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts/thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
1 large egg beaten
1/2 cup cornstarch for coating

For the Sauce

1/2 cup chicken broth or water low-sodium preferred
1/4 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
1 tablespoon lemon zest optional
2 tablespoons honey or sugar to taste
2 tablespoons soy sauce gluten-free if needed
2 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon ginger minced or grated
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust for spice preference

For the Garnish

2 tablespoons green onions sliced

Equipment

Skillet

Method

Steps

Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and coat with egg and cornstarch.
Heat oil in a skillet and cook the chicken until golden brown.
Make the sauce by combining broth, lemon juice, zest, honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes in the skillet.
Return chicken to the skillet and coat evenly with the sauce.
Garnish with green onions and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure chicken is fully coated in both egg and cornstarch. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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