Vida Recetas Editorial
Lemon chicken is a classic dish that combines the juiciness of chicken with the citrusy freshness of lemon, creating an irresistible sweet and sour sauce. This easy lemon chicken recipe is perfect for a weekday meal or to impress your guests with a flavorful and traditional dish. Its origins trace back to Chinese cuisine, but it has been adapted worldwide, being very popular in the West for its balance between sweet and sour.
This homemade version features a shiny, thick sauce made with fresh lemon juice, chicken broth, and a touch of vinegar and sugar. The chicken, battered and fried, turns out crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and is bathed in the sauce for a complete flavor experience. It is a nutritious dish, rich in protein and vitamin C, ideal for the whole family.
Moreover, this recipe is very versatile: you can serve it with white rice, stir-fried vegetables, or even pasta. If you are looking for a tasty, easy option that everyone will love, lemon chicken is your choice. Go ahead and prepare it and enjoy a dish that never disappoints!
Prep
20 min
Cook
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
350 kcal
We start by preparing the lemon sauce; in a saucepan we add the squeezed lemon juice, the glass of broth, the tablespoon of vinegar, the pinch of salt and the 5 tablespoons of sugar and stir over medium heat. Once we have it well mixed, we take the pot away from the fire and wait for it to cool.
Add a tablespoon of cornstarch, put on high heat and stir for a few minutes without stopping until the sauce thickens and takes on a transparent color.
Then, we take the breast fillets and dip them first with egg, then with cornstarch and put them in a frying pan; once the pieces are golden brown, we put them on a plate with absorbent paper and add the sauce on top.
This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 20 minutes and the cooking time is 15 minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
