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Honey Lemon Chicken

Honey Lemon Chicken

The ultimate comfort food, Honey Lemon Chicken combines sweet honey and zesty lemon for an easy weeknight dinner. Crispy chicken strips coated in a luscious sauce will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for any occasion, make it tonight!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 12oz oz chicken breast cut into thin strips
  • 1 cup oil for deep-frying
  • 1 lettuce leaf
  • 1 toasted sesame seeds to garnish
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 tablespoons water

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Whisk
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Frying pan
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. Marinate the chicken strips with all the marinade ingredients for 10 minutes. In a large bowl, prepare the frying batter by lightly whisking the egg and mixing in the remaining batter ingredients.
  2. The batter should be smooth, without lumps or being too runny. Drop the chicken strips into the batter and mix well until they are fully coated. In a separate bowl, mix all the ingredients for the honey lemon sauce thoroughly and set aside.
  3. Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Gently drop in the battered chicken strips, ensuring they are spread out to prevent sticking together while frying. Deep-fry the chicken strips until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  4. In a saucepan, gently pour in the honey lemon sauce and bring it to a light simmer. Stir quickly until the sauce bubbles, then remove from heat.
  5. Place a lettuce leaf on a plate, top it with the chicken strips, and pour the honey lemon sauce over them. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately with steamed rice.