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How to Make Lemon Chicken: Crispy Lemon Chicken Recipe

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Crispy Lemon Chicken

Cultural Context

Crispy Lemon Chicken is a popular dish in Chinese cuisine, often found in restaurants and home kitchens alike. It combines the savory flavors of chicken with the bright, tangy notes of lemon, creating a delightful contrast. This dish is often enjoyed as part of a family meal or a celebratory feast, showcasing the balance of flavors that is central to Chinese cooking. In modern variations, it has been adapted with different proteins and sauces, making it a versatile favorite across the globe.

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45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 chicken breasts
2 cups Panko bread crumbs
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon-pepper seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/4 cup margarine or butter, melted
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon parsley

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Arrowroot powder is a healthier thickening agent.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos is lower in sodium.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey is a natural sweetener with additional flavor.

1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly oil a Swiss Diamond Nonstick Double-Burner Griddle.

2

Combine the bread crumbs, lemon-pepper seasoning, salt, garlic powder, and lemon zest together in a shallow dish.

3

In a small bowl, mix together the melted margarine and lemon juice.

4

Take 2 pieces of chicken at a time and dip them into the butter/lemon juice mixture. Then dip chicken into the breadcrumbs. Place chicken onto the lightly oiled griddle, and repeat the process with the remaining chicken.

5

Bake for 15 minutes, flip chicken and bake an additional 10 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

Swiss Diamond Nonstick Double-Burner Griddle

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Allergens

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Also Known As

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