Garlic Lemon Chicken Stir Fry

Ingredients

- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- Lemon slices for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
- Begin by cutting the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic cloves and set aside. Juice and zest one lemon, reserving some slices for garnish if desired.

2. Marinate the Chicken:
- In a medium bowl, combine the chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes at room temperature.

3. Heat the Pan:
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.

4. Cook the Chicken:
- Once the oil is shimmering, add the marinated chicken pieces in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary. Stir fry for 7-9 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through.

5. Add Lemon:
- Reduce the heat to medium. Pour in the lemon juice and sprinkle the lemon zest over the chicken. Stir to combine, cooking for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the lemon flavor to integrate.

6. Finish and Serve:
- Transfer the chicken to a serving platter, garnish with lemon slices if using, and serve immediately.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT10M
10 minutes

- Cooking Time: PT12M
12 minutes

Total Time

- PT22M
22 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

- Garlic Chicken, Lemon Chicken, Stir Fry, Quick Dinner, Easy Chicken Recipe, Healthy Stir Fry, Lemon Garlic Chicken, Chicken Dinner, Fast Dinner Ideas, Weeknight Meals

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- Total Calories: 820

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