Best 8 Lemon Chicken Stir Fry Recipes

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Are you looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make chicken dish? Look no further than Lemon Chicken Stir-Fry! This classic Chinese dish is a perfect blend of tangy, savory, and umami flavors. With tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a vibrant lemon sauce, this stir-fry is sure to be a hit with the whole family. In this article, we'll share two delicious recipes for Lemon Chicken Stir-Fry: a traditional version and a healthier alternative. Both recipes are packed with flavor and can be easily customized to suit your dietary needs and preferences. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this irresistible dish!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN, BROCCOLI, AND LEMON STIR-FRY



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This lemon-flavored dish mixes perfectly with chicken and broccoli for a is simply delicious dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 1/2 pounds broccoli, stems peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick, florets separated
1 small lemon, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise, seeds removed
2 teaspoons cornstarch, dissolved in 1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • In a large, shallow bowl, whisk together soy sauce, 3 tablespoons water, vinegar, honey, garlic, and crushed red pepper. Pour half of the mixture into another bowl; reserve. Place chicken in remaining mixture; let marinate 15 minutes.
  • In a 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1/2 tablespoon oil over high heat. Add half the chicken; cook, tossing often, until brown and cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate. Repeat with another 1/2 tablespoon oil and remaining chicken. Wipe skillet with a paper towel.
  • Heat remaining tablespoon oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Cook broccoli and lemon, tossing often, until broccoli is bright green, about 3 minutes. Add 1/2 cup water; cook until broccoli is tender and lemon is translucent, about 6 minutes.
  • Add reserved marinade, cornstarch mixture, chicken, and any accumulated juices from plate. Bring to a boil; cook, stirring until thickened, 1 minute. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 44 g

LEMON-CHICKEN STIR FRY



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Make and share this Lemon-Chicken Stir Fry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Chicken

Time 33m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken tenders, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 medium onion, cut into 8 wedges
2 cups broccoli florets
1/2 cup sugar snap pea
1 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon grated lemon, rind of
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon pepper
1 cup cherry tomatoes or 1 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half
salt

Steps:

  • Prepare pasta according to package directions, drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken and onion; stir-fry for 5-6 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink.
  • Add in the broccoli and peas; stir-fry 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the broth, thyme, lemon peel, cornstarch, and lemon pepper.
  • Pour into chicken mixture; cook 1-2 mintues or until sauce is thickened and veggies are cooked.
  • Stir in tomatoes; cook until just heated; season with salt if needed.
  • Serve chicken mixture over angel hair pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 65.8, Sodium 280.3, Carbohydrate 52.9, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 3.6, Protein 36.8

CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS LEMON STIR FRY 6PP



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Categories     Chicken     Dinner

Yield 4 1 1/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 pounds skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
Kosher salt, to taste
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium shoyu or soy sauce (or Tamari for GF)
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
1 tbsp canola or grapeseed oil, divided
1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces
6 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tbsp fresh ginger
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
fresh black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Lightly season the chicken with salt. In a small bowl, combine chicken broth and soy sauce. In a second small bowl combine the cornstarch and water and mix well to combine. Heat a large non-stick wok over medium-high heat, when hot add 1 teaspoon of the oil, then add the asparagus and cook until tender-crisp, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger and cook until golden, about 1 minute. Set aside. Increase the heat to high, then add 1 teaspoon of oil and half of the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes on each side. Remove and set aside and repeat with the remaining oil and chicken. Set aside. Add the soy sauce mixture; bring to a boil and cook about 1-1/2 minutes. Add lemon juice and cornstarch mixture and stir well, when it simmers return the chicken and asparagus to the wok and mix well, remove from heat and serve.

LEMON CHICKEN STIR-FRY (WEIGHT WATCHERS)



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This classic Chinese dish is made healthier and is lower in calories and low-carb.

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 c sliced carrots
2 c snow peas, stems and strings removed
1 c red bell pepper, chopped into bite-size pieces
1 bunch green onions, cut into small pieces
1/2 c fat-free chicken broth
1 medium lemon
3 Tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tsp cornstarch
4 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. 1. Spray a large, non-stick skillet with non-fat cooking spray, and set over medium-high heat. Grate 1 teaspoon lemon zest and set aside.
  • 2. Juice the lemon and whisk 3 tablespoons of the juice with broth, soy sauce, pepper and cornstarch in a small bowl.
  • 3. Add chicken to skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until just cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • 4. Add bell pepper and carrots to the pan and cook until the carrots are just tender, about 5 minutes. Add snow peas, scallions, garlic and the reserved lemon zest to skillet. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds. Whisk the broth mixture and add to the pan; cook, stirring, until thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • 5. Add chicken and any accumulated juices to the skillet. Cook, stirring, until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve hot.

CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS LEMON STIR FRY RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Chicken and Asparagus Lemon Stir Fry Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by á-1968

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients:
1 1/2 pounds skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
Kosher salt, to taste
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium shoyu or soy sauce (or Tamari for GF)
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
1 tbsp canola or grapeseed oil, divided
1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces
6 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tbsp fresh ginger
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
fresh black pepper, to taste
.

Steps:

  • Lightly season the chicken with salt. In a small bowl, combine chicken broth and soy sauce. In a second small bowl combine the cornstarch and water and mix well to combine. Heat a large non-stick wok over medium-high heat, when hot add 1 teaspoon of the oil, then add the asparagus and cook until tender-crisp, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger and cook until golden, about 1 minute. Set aside. Increase the heat to high, then add 1 teaspoon of oil and half of the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes on each side. Remove and set aside and repeat with the remaining oil and chicken. Set aside. Add the soy sauce mixture; bring to a boil and cook about 1-1/2 minutes. Add lemon juice and cornstarch mixture and stir well, when it simmers return the chicken and asparagus to the wok and mix well, remove from heat and serve.

CHICKEN, BROCCOLI AND LEMON STIR FRY



CHICKEN, BROCCOLI AND LEMON STIR FRY image

Categories     Chicken     Stir-Fry

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 1/2 pounds broccoli, stems peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick, florets separated
1 small lemon, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise, seeds removed
2 teaspoons cornstarch, dissolved in 1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • In a large, shallow bowl, whisk together soy sauce, 3 tablespoons water, vinegar, honey, garlic, and crushed red pepper. Pour half of the mixture into another bowl; reserve. Place chicken in remaining mixture; let marinate 15 minutes. In a 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1/2 tablespoon oil over high heat. Add half the chicken; cook, tossing often, until brown and cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate. Repeat with another 1/2 tablespoon oil and remaining chicken. Wipe skillet with a paper towel. Heat remaining tablespoon oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Cook broccoli and lemon, tossing often, until broccoli is bright green, about 3 minutes. Add 1/2 cup water; cook until broccoli is tender and lemon is translucent, about 6 minutes. Add reserved marinade, cornstarch mixture, chicken, and any accumulated juices from plate. Bring to a boil; cook, stirring until thickened, 1 minute. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

LEMON CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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Categories     Chicken     Vegetable     Brunch     Stir-Fry     Low Cal     Lunch     Lemon     Healthy

Yield 4 1.5 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients
•1 lemon
•1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
•3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
•2 teaspoons cornstarch
•1 tablespoon canola oil
•1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
•10 ounces mushrooms, halved or quartered
•1 cup diagonally sliced carrots, (1/4 inch thick)
•2 cups snow peas, (6 ounces), stems and strings removed
•1 bunch scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces, white and green parts divided
•1 tablespoon chopped garlic

Steps:

  • Preparation 1.Grate 1 teaspoon lemon zest and set aside. Juice the lemon and whisk 3 tablespoons of the juice with broth, soy sauce and cornstarch in a small bowl. 2.Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until just cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate with tongs. Add mushrooms and carrots to the pan and cook until the carrots are just tender, about 5 minutes. Add snow peas, scallion whites, garlic and the reserved lemon zest. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds. Whisk the broth mixture and add to the pan; cook, stirring, until thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add scallion greens and the chicken and any accumulated juices; cook, stirring, until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes.

LEMON CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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Make and share this Lemon Chicken Stir-Fry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mell_2

Categories     Chicken

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lemon, juice and zest of
2 tablespoons chicken stock
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon chili (chopped)
1 lb chicken (cut into bite sized pieces)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons ginger (minced)
1 garlic clove (minced)
3 green onions (chopped)
fresh cilantro (chopped)
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (toasted)

Steps:

  • Mix the lemon zest, juice, chicken stock, soy sauce, sugar, honey, and chili in a bowl. Do a taste test here to balance out the tartness, saltiness, sweetness and heat.
  • Place the chicken into mixture and marinate for 10-20 minutes.
  • Heat the oil in a pan.
  • Add the ginger and garlic and saute until fragrant, about a minute.
  • Add the chicken reserving the marinade.
  • Saute the chicken until cooked, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add the reserved marinade and simmer until the sauce has reduced and thickened, about 7-10 minutes.
  • Add the green onion, cilantro and sesame seeds and remove from the heat.
  • Serve on rice or noodles.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your stir-fry.
  • Make sure your chicken is cooked through: Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the internal temperature of the chicken has reached 165°F (74°C).
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: If you add too much chicken or vegetables to the pan at once, they will not cook evenly.
  • Stir-fry over high heat: This will help to create a nice sear on the chicken and vegetables and will also help to prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • Add the sauce at the end: This will help to prevent the sauce from burning.
  • Serve immediately: Stir-fry is best served hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Lemon chicken stir-fry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and can be made with a variety of different vegetables. If you are looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, lemon chicken stir-fry is a great option.

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