Description
This Air Fryer Lemon Chicken is a healthy and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. Tender chicken pieces are coated in a crispy batter and then tossed in a tangy lemon sauce, making it a delicious and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 green onions, green parts only, chopped
For the Lemon Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare Dredging Stations: Place flour in one shallow dish and beaten eggs in another.
- Marinate and Dredge Chicken: Toss chicken with soy sauce and sesame oil. Dredge chicken pieces in flour, then dip in egg mixture, and then coat again in flour.
- Air Fry: Preheat air fryer to 380°F (190°C). Spray the basket with cooking spray. Add chicken in a single layer and spray with cooking spray. Air fry for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Make Lemon Sauce: While chicken is cooking, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add lemon juice, sugar, broth, soy sauce, and cornstarch. Whisk until thickened and smooth.
- Toss and Serve: Pour lemon sauce over the cooked chicken and toss to coat. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately.
Notes
- Chicken: Substitute chicken breasts with boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
- Doneness: Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Sauce: Adjust sauce thickness by adding more cornstarch. Season with salt, pepper, or other spices as desired.
- Storage: Store leftover chicken and sauce separately in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 600mg
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 5g
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30g
- Trans Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
