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Lemon Chicken

Easy Lemon Chicken recipe for two. Why order takeout when you can make this tasty dinner idea at home?
Prep Time8 minutes
Cook Time7 minutes
Marinating Time30 minutes

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 large chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 Tbsp oil

Sauce

  • juice of 1 medium lemon
  • zest of 1 medium lemon
  • 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Put the chicken in a bowl, and toss with soy sauce. Place in the refrigerator to marinate for 30 minutes.
  • To make the sauce, in a small saucepan on medium heat, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, water and cornstarch. Bring to a boil, whisking constantly until thickened, then keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet. Whisk together the egg yolk and cornstarch in a small bowl. Toss the chicken in this batter and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden and cooked through.
  • Transfer to a plate and spoon the warm sauce over the chicken.