Honey Lemon Chicken
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
2 people
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Calories
272 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Chinese
Honey Lemon Chicken
Description
This Honey Lemon Chicken recipe begins by marinating chicken strips in salt, white pepper, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch to tenderize and flavor the meat. After marinating, the chicken is dipped into a light batter of egg, flour, salt, white pepper, and water, ensuring a smooth coating with enough body for crispiness. The strips are deep-fried until golden brown, creating a crunchy exterior surrounding tender meat.
The accompanying honey lemon sauce combines honey, water, cornstarch, and lemon juice, cooked to a gentle simmer to thicken and provide a bright, sweet, and slightly tart sauce that complements the fried chicken strips. The dish is assembled on a fresh lettuce leaf and sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds for aroma and texture contrast.
This dish offers a balance of crispy fried chicken and a refreshing citrus glaze, suitable as a main dish served immediately after cooking.
Ingredients
- 12 oz (350g) chicken breast cut into thin strips
- neutral cooking oil for deep-frying, generic cooking oil
- 1 lettuce leaf
- sesame seeds to garnish, toasted
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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 272 kcal
% 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.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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