Description
This Healthy Chinese Lemon Chicken is a delightful twist on a classic dish, featuring tender chicken coated in a light, zesty lemon sauce that is both flavorful and nutritious.
Ingredients
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- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic minced or crushed
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/3 cup chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- salt to taste
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast cut into 1 inch chunks
- 1/4 cup arrowroot flour or tapioca flour
- coconut oil for frying
- sliced spring onions
- sesame seeds
Instructions
- Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in honey, chicken stock, lemon juice, coconut aminos, and salt, mixing well.
- In a separate bowl, toss chicken chunks with arrowroot flour until well coated.
- In another skillet, heat coconut oil over medium-high heat, then add the chicken and fry until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
- Serve garnished with sliced spring onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
For a soy-free version, use coconut aminos. Ensure to use low sodium chicken stock for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: Healthy Chinese Lemon Chicken, chicken recipes, healthy cooking