Chinese Mandarin Chicken
This Chinese Mandarin Chicken is a flavor explosion! Tender chicken paired with a sweet and savory sauce makes for a quick, delicious weeknight meal.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pieces skinless and boneless chicken breasts
- Oil for pan-frying
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 3 slices ginger peeled
- Scallion chopped, for garnishing
Instructions
- Start by slicing the skinless and boneless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add the ginger slices to the pan and stir for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lemon juice, and sugar. Pour this mixture over the chicken in the skillet and stir to coat.
- Remove from heat, transfer to a serving platter, and garnish with chopped scallions.
Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Measuring spoons
- Sharp Knife
- Cutting Board
- Spatula
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for extra flavor.
- Don't overcrowd the pan for even cooking.
- Adjust sugar to your taste preference.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or fried rice.