Baked Lemon Chicken

Baked Lemon Chicken is a delightful low-carb Chinese dish that features tender chicken marinated in a zesty lemon sauce, baked to perfection. Its bright flavors and aromatic spices create a refreshing meal that is both satisfying and healthy.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Lemon juice - 30 ml
• Garlic cloves - 2, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Soy sauce - 30 ml, low sodium
• Honey - 1 teaspoon (optional for sweetness)
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped for garnish
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a bowl, mix lemon juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
3. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and add them to the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
4. Place the marinated chicken in a baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice golden color.
6. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
7. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 45 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 650 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle health.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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