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Lemon Chicken Asparagus Stir-Fry

This Lemon Chicken Asparagus Stir-Fry is quick, bright, and full of fresh flavor, mixing juicy chicken with crisp asparagus and a tangy lemon sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Healthy
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless chicken, cut into thin strips Pat dry and season with salt and pepper.
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest For garnishing.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Use gluten-free if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon honey or sugar For a touch of sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch Mix with cold water before adding to avoid lumps.
For Cooking
  • 1-2 tablespoons oil For frying; use as needed.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the chicken into thin strips, pat dry, and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Trim and cut the asparagus into 2-inch pieces.
  3. Prepare the garlic by mincing it and zest the lemon.
  4. Mix the sauce in a bowl: combine lemon juice, soy sauce, honey or sugar, and cornstarch. Stir until smooth.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until lightly browned and cooked through, then remove from pan.
  3. In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed. Cook asparagus for 2 to 3 minutes until bright green and just tender.
  4. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Return chicken to the pan, pour in lemon sauce, stir and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and asparagus.
  6. Taste and adjust salt or lemon as needed.
  7. Turn off heat and sprinkle with lemon zest and chopped green onions if desired.
  8. Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

Cut chicken thin and evenly for fast cooking. Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor. Taste the sauce before serving and add a pinch of sugar if it needs balance.