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Chicken in Lemon Sauce, Chinese Style
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Chicken in Lemon Sauce, Chinese Style

30 min4 serv.21 февр. 2026 г.

Description

The appetizer is quick and easy to prepare. Chinese-style chicken in lemon sauce is a very delicious dish that makes a perfect appetizer for beer and even wine. Of course, side dishes like mashed potatoes or porridge won't pair well with this dish. But served with a light vegetable salad, Chinese-style chicken in lemon sauce is perfect for gathering with friends. So, write down my recipe. The appetizer is ready. Serve immediately.

Instructions

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    Step 1

    Step 1

    Prepare all the necessary ingredients.

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    Step 2

    Step 2

    Rinse the chicken breast under running water and pat dry with paper towels. Cut into small elongated pieces.

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    Step 3

    Step 3

    Place the chicken pieces in a deep bowl, add garlic passed through a press, the zest of half a lemon, a little salt and pepper, and soy sauce.

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    Step 4

    Step 4

    Mix everything well and let it sit for about 10 minutes so the chicken has time to marinate slightly.

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    Step 5

    Step 5

    Meanwhile, prepare everything for breading: lightly beat the eggs, and put flour and breadcrumbs into separate small bowls. Dip the chicken pieces first in the flour, then in the eggs, and finally in the breadcrumbs.

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    Step 6

    Step 6

    In a small heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat the vegetable oil and fry the breaded chicken until golden and crisp. This will take only a few minutes. Don’t worry if the chicken pieces still seem undercooked—they will finish cooking perfectly.

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    Step 7

    Step 7

    Place the cooked chicken pieces on paper towels to remove excess fat.

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    Step 8

    Step 8

    Prepare the sauce for the chicken; you can make it in a skillet or a small saucepan. Mix the chicken broth with the zest of half a lemon and the juice of a whole lemon. Add sugar and simmer over low heat for 5 minutes.

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    Step 9

    Step 9

    Then add 1 tablespoon of water and corn flour. Cook for a few more minutes until the sauce thickens. It turned out both fluid and viscous at the same time, very bright and glossy.

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    Step 10

    Pour the prepared sauce over the fried chicken pieces. See how they immediately glistened? Very appetizing, isn't it? And delicious! Enjoy your meal!