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Chinese Lemon Chicken

Crispy battered chicken tossed in a sweet, tangy lemon sauce inspired by classic Chinese takeout.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 500 g chicken breast cubed
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp pepper
  • 1 large egg
  • 0.5 cup cornstarch

Equipment

  • Wok or deep pan
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

  1. Coat chicken with egg and cornstarch.
  2. Fry chicken until golden and crispy.
  3. Cook lemon sauce until thickened.
  4. Toss chicken in sauce and serve.

Notes

Best served immediately for maximum crispiness.