Chinese Lemon Chicken Recipe | Crispy Chicken with a Bright and Zesty Lemon Sauce

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Chinese Lemon Chicken Recipe | Crispy Chicken with a Bright and Zesty Lemon Sauce

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Lemon Chicken is a popular Chinese-inspired dish featuring crispy golden chicken coated in a smooth, tangy lemon sauce. Made with fresh lemon juice, garlic, soy sauce, and a touch of sweetness, this dish delivers the perfect balance of citrusy freshness and savory flavor. 

Chinese Lemon Chicken is a favorite in many Chinese restaurants and is easy to recreate at home. The crunchy fried chicken paired with the glossy lemon glaze makes it an excellent choice for lunch or dinner. Serve it with steamed rice, fried rice, or stir-fried vegetables for a satisfying homemade Chinese meal. 

Cooking Method


  1.  In a bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. 
  2.  Dip the chicken pieces into the beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly with the flour mixture. 
  3.  Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 175°C (350°F). 
  4.  Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5–6 minutes. 
  5.  Remove and drain on paper towels. 
  6.  In a saucepan, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, soy sauce, sugar, honey, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and chicken stock. 
  7.  Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. 
  8.  Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce becomes smooth and slightly thickened. 
  9.  Add the crispy chicken to the sauce and toss until evenly coated. 
  10.  Garnish with lemon slices, spring onions, and sesame seeds. 
  11.  Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles. 


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For the Chicken : 500g boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces , 1 cup all-purpose flour , ½ cup cornstarch

2 eggs, beaten , 1 teaspoon salt , ½ teaspoon black pepper ,Vegetable oil for frying

For the Lemon Sauce : ½ cup fresh lemon juice , 1 tablespoon lemon zest , 2 tablespoons soy sauce

3 tablespoons sugar , 1 tablespoon honey , 2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon grated ginger , 1 teaspoon sesame oil

1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with , 2 tablespoons water , ½ cup chicken stock or water

Garnish: Lemon slices , Sliced spring onions , Sesame seeds (optional)

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