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Lemon Chicken

Lemon chicken is a favorite Chinese takeout but it's easy to make at home!

Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese
Keyword Lemon Chicken
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 385 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon dry sherry
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 lbs boneless chicken breast halves
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 cups vegetable oil
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 lemon sliced

Instructions

  1. Combine first 3 ingredients in a large zip-lock bag. Add chicken, and seal bag. Marinate for 15 minutes in the refrigerator.
  2. Combine eggs, 1/4 cup cornstarch, and baking powder in a large bowl; stir well. Dip chicken into batter, coating well.
  3. Pour 2 cups oil into a large heavy skillet. Fry chicken in hot oil over medium-high heat until golden, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towels. Cut chicken into 1 1/2 inch X 1 inch pieces. Arrange on a serving platter.
  4. Combine chicken broth and next 4 ingredients; set aside. Place 2 tbsp oil in a large non-stick skillet; place over medium-high heat until hot. Add lemon slices, and stir fry 30 seconds. Add broth mixture, and stir fry 3 additional minutes or until sauce is thickened and clear. Pour over chicken. Serve immediately.