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Honey Lemon Chicken

Honey Lemon Chicken – crispy chicken with the most AMAZING honey lemon sauce that is super delicious. Quick and easy recipe that anyone can make at home. 

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 272 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients

  • 12 oz (350g) chicken breast cut into thin strips
  • oil for deep-frying
  • 1 lettuce leaf
  • toasted sesame seeds to garnish
Marinade:
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Honey Lemon Sauce:
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Frying Batter:
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

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  1. Marinate the chicken strips with all the Marinade ingredients for 10 minutes. In a large bowl, prepare the frying batter by lightly whisking the egg and mixing in the remaining batter ingredients.
  2. The batter should be smooth, without lumps or being too runny. Drop the chicken strips into the batter and mix well until they are fully coated. In a separate bowl, mix all the ingredients for the honey lemon sauce thoroughly and set aside.
  3. Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Gently drop in the battered chicken strips, ensuring they are spread out to prevent sticking together while frying. Deep-fry the chicken strips until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  4. In a saucepan, gently pour in the honey lemon sauce and bring it to a light simmer. Stir quickly until the sauce bubbles, then remove from heat.
  5. Place a lettuce leaf on a plate, top it with the chicken strips, and pour the Honey Lemon Sauce over them. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately with steamed rice.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2people Calories 272kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 58g (19%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 82mg (27%) Sodium 1203mg (50%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 28g (56%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 272

% Daily Value*

Serving 2people
Calories 272kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 58g 19%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 82mg 27%
Sodium 1203mg 50%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 28g 56%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.