Spicy Lemon Chicken Recipe

Name: Spicy Lemon Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon grated lemon, zest of; 1 tablespoon granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 2 teaspoons rice wine or 2 teaspoons aji mirin or 2 teaspoons dry sherry; 1 tablespoon minced fresh unpeeled ginger; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves; 2 tablespoons canola oil; ⅔ cup chicken broth; 1 teaspoon cornstarch, mixed to a paste with; 1 teaspoon cold water

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon, zest of
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons rice wine or 2 teaspoons aji mirin or 2 teaspoons dry sherry
1 tablespoon minced fresh unpeeled ginger
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons canola oil
⅔ cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon cornstarch, mixed to a paste with
1 teaspoon cold water

1
Blend together lemon juice, zest, sugar, soy sauce, rice wine, ginger and red pepper flakes together in medium bowl.
2
Add chicken and coat with mixture.
3
Cover and marinate at least 1o minutes at room temperature.
4
Remove chicken breast and save marinade.
5
Heat a nonstick skillet or wok on High.
6
When hot, pour oil down sides of wok.
7
Add chicken and sear 2 to 3 minutes on each side until chicken is golden brown.
8
Drain oil, leaving chicken in pan.
9
Add marinade and broth back into wok and bring to a boil.
10
Reduce heat to Low; simmer gently, cook chicken for 10 more minutes and don't forget to turn frequently.
11
Mix water and cornstarch together to make a thickener.
12
Turn wok to Medium and stir in thickener.
13
Cook for an additional minute or until sauce thickens.
14
Spoon over cooked chicken.

334

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon grated lemon, zest of, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Spicy Lemon Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spicy Lemon Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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