Brighten Up Mealtime with Delicious Zesty Lemon Chicken Stir-Fry

Brighten Up Mealtime with Delicious Zesty Lemon Chicken Stir-Fry

May 19, 2025 Written by Scarlett

Making Zesty Lemon Chicken Stir-Fry

Today, I am excited to share with you my recipe for Zesty Lemon Chicken Stir-Fry. This dish is a perfect combination of tangy and savory flavors that is sure to brighten up any mealtime. I love making this dish on busy weeknights when I want something quick and delicious to serve to my family.

Ingredients:

  • 400g chicken breast
  • 1 lemon
  • 50ml soy sauce
  • 30ml honey
  • 3 cloves of garlic
  • 1-inch piece of ginger
  • 2 bell peppers
  • 1 onion
  • 30ml olive oil
  • salt and pepper
  • cooked rice

Kitchen Tools:

  • knife
  • cutting board
  • frying pan
  • zester
  • grater
  • garlic press>
  • measuring cups

To start, marinate the chicken strips in the lemon juice, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and lemon zest for at least 30 minutes. Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken strips until they are browned and cooked through.

Next, add the sliced bell peppers and onion to the pan with the chicken. Stir-fry the vegetables until they are tender-crisp. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the zesty lemon chicken stir-fry over cooked rice.

This flavorful dish weighs approximately 1200 grams in total and serves 4 people. Each serving weighs around 300 grams and has an approximate calorie count of 350 calories.

One unique tip for this recipe is to sprinkle some freshly chopped cilantro over the stir-fry before serving. The herb adds a fresh and aromatic touch to the dish, enhancing the overall flavor profile.

I encourage you to give this Zesty Lemon Chicken Stir-Fry a try and make it your own by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the seasoning to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy!

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