Chinese Lemon Chicken is a classic dish that combines the rich, savory flavors of soy sauce and Shaoxing wine with the bright, tangy notes of fresh lemon. This delightful recipe features tender chicken breasts that are marinated, floured, and fried to a golden perfection, then coated in a zesty lemon sauce. It’s a simple yet flavorful meal that brings a touch of Asian flair to any dinner table.
Whether you’re cooking for a family dinner or a casual get-together, this Chinese Lemon Chicken is sure to impress. Its combination of crispy texture and citrusy sauce makes it a standout dish that’s both satisfying and surprisingly easy to prepare. Garnish with sesame seeds and spring onions for an extra pop of flavor and texture.
Full Recipe:
- Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 egg white
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Chinese Shaoxing wine or dry sherry
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
- Garlic and ginger for sauce
- Cornstarch and water for thickening
- Optional: sesame seeds, spring onion for garnish
- Directions:
- Marinate the chicken breasts in light soy sauce, egg white, and Chinese Shaoxing wine for 20 minutes.
- Prepare the lemon sauce by combining chicken stock, soy sauce, sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Set aside.
- Coat the marinated chicken in flour.
- Fry the chicken in olive oil until golden brown and crispy. Set aside.
- In a hot wok, add garlic and ginger, then add the lemon sauce and simmer until slightly thickened.
- Add a mixture of cornstarch and water to thicken the sauce further.
- Add the fried chicken to the sauce, coat well, and serve garnished with sesame seeds and spring onion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes
- Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 4 servings