Zesty Lemon Chicken Recipe

Name: Zesty Lemon Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 to 8 tablespoons mild-flavored honey; 5 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons grated lemon zest; 2 teaspoon lemon pulp; 2 tablespoons plum sauce; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 3/4 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, butterflied; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 1/3 cup cooking oil; 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon water; 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

Servings: persons

6 to 8 tablespoons mild-flavored honey
5 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
2 teaspoon lemon pulp
2 tablespoons plum sauce
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
3/4 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, butterflied
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/3 cup cooking oil
1/2 teaspoons cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

1
Make the sauce by whisking the honey, lemon juice, zest and pulp together in a small bowl until blended.
2
Stir in the plum sauce, pour into a small saucepan; set aside.
3
In a small bowl, combine egg with the salt and white pepper.
4
Lightly coat the chicken with the cornstarch; dip into the egg mixture and coat in the cornstarch again.
5
Let it stand for 5 minutes.
6
Shake off the excess cornstarch prior to cooking.
7
In a wok, heat the oil until hot.
8
Cook the chicken, a couple pieces at a time, turning occasionally, until golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side.
9
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
10
Bring the sauce to a boil over medium heat; add the cornstarch solution and cook, stirring, until the sauce boils and thickens.
11
Cut the chicken across the grain into 1/2-inch slices.
12
Place the chicken on a serving plate.
13
Pour the sauce on top and sprinkle with the sesame seeds.

857

kcal

Calories

Fat

134

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 to 8 tablespoons mild-flavored honey, 5 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons grated lemon zest, 2 teaspoon lemon pulp, and more.

Yes, Zesty 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.

Zesty Lemon Chicken

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