
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
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
Place the cubed chicken in a large bowl and toss with the remaining arrowroot starch until every piece is evenly coated.
- 3
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 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
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
Add the garlic to the vegetables and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 7
Return the chicken to the pan and pour the lemon sauce mixture over the ingredients.
- 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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