Lemon Chicken

Lemon Chicken is a vibrant and zesty dish that combines tender chicken breast with a refreshing lemon sauce, making it a perfect high-protein lunch option. This dish is quick to prepare and offers a delightful balance of flavors that will satisfy your taste buds.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Lemon juice - 60 ml
• Soy sauce - 30 ml
• Honey - 15 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Cornstarch - 15 grams
• Water - 60 ml
• Vegetable oil - 15 ml
• Spring onions - 2, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper.
2. In a bowl, mix the lemon juice, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and cornstarch until well combined.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
4. Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook for about 5-7 minutes until they are golden brown and cooked through.
5. Pour the lemon sauce mixture over the chicken in the pan, and stir well to coat the chicken evenly.
6. Add the water to the pan and bring to a simmer, allowing the sauce to thicken for about 3-5 minutes.
7. Once the sauce has thickened, remove the pan from heat and stir in the chopped spring onions.
8. Serve hot with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein to support muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamin C from lemon juice, which boosts the immune system.

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