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Chinese Lemon Chicken Stir Fry Allergy Friendly 1771028723094 Tl5d
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Chinese Lemon Chicken Stir Fry Allergy Friendly 1771028723094 Tl5d

A vibrant, soy-free and nut-free stir fry featuring crispy chicken tossed in a zesty, honey-sweetened lemon sauce.

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

15 min

Servings

4

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs Boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 0.5 cup Arrowroot starch (or cornstarch)
  • 3 tablespoons Coconut aminos (Soy-free alternative)
  • 0.25 cup Fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or Maple Syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups Broccoli florets
  • 1 medium Red bell pepper, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons Avocado oil or Grapeseed oil
  • 2 stalks Green onions, sliced(optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, coconut aminos, honey, minced ginger, and 1 teaspoon of arrowroot starch to create the sauce.

  2. 2

    Place the cubed chicken in a large bowl and toss with the remaining arrowroot starch until every piece is evenly coated.

  3. 3

    Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  4. 4

    Add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through; remove chicken from pan and set aside.

  5. 5

    Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the pan and stir-fry the broccoli and bell peppers for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.

  6. 6

    Add the garlic to the vegetables and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  7. 7

    Return the chicken to the pan and pour the lemon sauce mixture over the ingredients.

  8. 8

    Toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the chicken and vegetables; garnish with green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

345

kcal

Protein

36

g

Carbs

28

g

Fat

11

g

Fiber

4

g

Sugar

12

g

Sodium

480

mg

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