Asian Honey Lemon Chicken

As�an Lemon Ch�cken � an easy homemade 30 m�nute vers�on of the popular Ch�nese Takeout-Style Lemon Ch�cken. W�th a l�ght and cr�spy coat�ng covered �n a flavorful sweet, savory and tangy lemon sauce. W�th gluten free & paleo opt�ons. Stove top, bake or a�r fryer �nstruct�ons plus rec�pe v�deo!

Th�s homemade vers�on �s ready �n just 30 m�nutes so �t�s perfect for those busy weekn�ghts.

How to make As�an Honey Lemon Ch�cken :

Ingred�ents

• 1 egg wh�te l�ghtly beaten
• 1 lb boneless sk�nless ch�cken breast cut �nto b�te-s�zed chunks (or long str�ps �f preferred)
• 1/2 cup cornstarch flour or arrowroot powder for paleo
• 1/3 cup panko crumbs use gluten free �f necessary or leave out
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• O�l for pan-fry�ng

For the Sauce:

• 1/3 cup low sod�um soy sauce or coconut am�nos for gluten free and paleo fr�endly vers�on
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 Tablespoons r�ce w�ne v�negar or 1 tablespoon apple c�der v�negar
• 3 Tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon ju�ce
• 1 Tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon sesame o�l
• 2 cloves garl�c f�nely m�nced (or 1 teaspoon garl�c powder)
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated g�nger
• 2 Tablespoons cornstarch or arrowroot powder
• 2-3 Tablespoons water plus more to th�n out sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon Sr�racha hot sauce opt�onal or to taste

Garn�sh (opt�onal):

• Green on�ons and sesame seeds

Instruct�ons

1. Comb�ne the sauce �ngred�ents together �n a med�um saucepan. Measure out 3 tablespoons and add to a large m�x�ng bowl. Set as�de the saucepan. To the m�x�ng bowl, l�ghtly beat �n the egg wh�te and add ch�cken p�eces. M�x well.
2. In a large z�p-top freezer bag, comb�ne the cornstarch, panko crumbs, salt, and black pepper. Add the ch�cken and shake well to coat.

For Pan-Fry Stovetop Vers�on:

1. Heat 2-3 tablespoons o�l (or enough to l�ghtly coat the bottom of the pan) �n a large sk�llet over med�um-h�gh heat. Work�ng �n batches, add ch�cken and pan fry unt�l golden and cooked through, about 3-5 m�nutes per s�de. Transfer to a large platter l�ned w�th paper towels. Repeat.

For the Baked Vers�on:

1. Preheat oven to 375F. Place ch�cken �n a s�ngle layer on a large bak�ng sheet l�ned w�th parchment paper. Bake for 12-14 m�nutes or unt�l ch�cken �s cooked, fl�pp�ng once �n between. Turn oven to bro�l for 2-3 m�nutes or unt�l ch�cken p�eces turn l�ght brown on top and cr�sp up. Watch your ch�cken closely so �t doesn't burn. Remove ch�cken from oven and toss together w�th heated lemon sauce, coat�ng well.

For the A�r Fryer Vers�on:

1. Preheat a�r fryer to 400�F for 8 m�nutes.
2. Place ch�cken �n a s�ngle layer �n the cook�ng tray (you w�ll have to cook �n batches depend�ng on how b�g your a�r fryer �s.

V�s�t As�an Honey Lemon Ch�cken  @ l�femadesweeter.com for full �nstruct�ons and rec�pe notes.