Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Onion

This delightful dish combines the zest of lemon with the savory notes of garlic, creating a refreshing and aromatic chicken meal. The addition of fresh green onions adds a crisp texture and a burst of flavor, making it a perfect choice for a quick and healthy dinner.

🍳 High Protein
🍜 Low-calories
🥗 Low-carb
🍖 Paleo
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Dinner
30 min cook
Easy difficulty
350 cal
Chinese

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Make Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Onion as a Chinese dinner that comes together in about 30 min. It's built around chicken breast, green onion, olive oil and garlic, with the full ingredient list and quantities below. The recipe records 7 distinct ingredients, 5 instruction steps and easy difficulty so you can check the scope before you start.

EasyChef tags Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Onion for high protein, low-calories, low-carb and paleo preferences. The listed equipment includes pan, knife and stove. The recipe data lists approximately 350 calories. Follow the quantities and directions on this page, or open EasyChef to save the recipe and add missing ingredients to a shopping list.

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Ingredients
200 grams chicken breast
30 grams green onion
10 grams olive oil
2 cloves garlic
0.5 unit lemon
2 grams salt
1 grams pepper
Cooking tools
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Instructions

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Step 1
Begin by slicing the chicken breast into thin strips. Finely chop the green onions, ensuring they are ready to add a fresh touch to the dish.
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Step 2
Mince the garlic cloves and extract the juice from half a lemon. These will be the key flavor enhancers for your chicken.
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Step 3
Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until it becomes fragrant.
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Step 4
Introduce the chicken strips to the pan, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken turns golden brown, ensuring it is cooked through.
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Step 5
Finally, stir in the chopped green onions and lemon juice. Allow the mixture to cook for another 2 minutes, letting the flavors meld together beautifully.
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Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Onion is a dish that beautifully marries simplicity with flavor. Originating from Chinese cuisine, this recipe is a testament to how a few fresh ingredients can create a delightful meal. The use of lemon and garlic is a classic combination that not only enhances the taste but also adds a nutritional boost to the dish. This recipe is perfect for those who are looking for a quick yet satisfying meal. With its high protein content and low-calorie count, it fits well into various diet plans, including Paleo and low-carb diets. The green onions add a touch of freshness, making it a well-rounded dish. Historically, the use of lemon and garlic in cooking dates back centuries, known for their health benefits and ability to elevate simple ingredients. This dish is a modern take on traditional flavors, offering a delicious and healthy option for dinner.

Frequently asked questions

What ingredients do I need for Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Onion?

The main ingredients for Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Onion are chicken breast, green onion, olive oil, garlic and lemon. The full list with quantities is on this page.

What kind of dish is Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Onion?

Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Onion is a Chinese dinner recipe.

How long does Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Onion take to make?

Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Onion takes about 30 min from start to finish.

How many calories are in Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Onion?

The recipe data for Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Onion lists roughly 350 calories.

Is Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Onion suitable for special diets?

Yes — Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Onion fits High Protein, Low-calories, Low-carb, Paleo preferences.

Is Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Onion easy to make?

Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Onion is rated Easy difficulty. You'll need Pan, Knife, Stove.

How many steps are in the Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Onion recipe?

Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Onion is presented in 5 instruction steps on this page.

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