Description
Healthy Chinese Lemon Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with a zesty lemon sauce. Bursting with flavor and brightness, this recipe is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. It’s packed with protein and fresh ingredients, ensuring you enjoy a satisfying meal without compromising on health. One taste will leave you wanting more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- 2. Marinate: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, and cornstarch. Add the chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 3. Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté marinated chicken until golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
- 4. Make Sauce: Combine equal parts lemon juice and honey with water. Pour over cooked chicken and simmer until well-coated.
- 5. Serve: Dish out the chicken and garnish with green onions. Enjoy it over steamed rice or alongside vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg