Perfectly Zesty Lemon Paprika Chicken Stir Fry

Ingredients

- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- Optional garnish: fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken:
Season the cubed chicken with salt, black pepper, and paprika in a mixing bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and toss to coat the chicken evenly.

2. Heat the Skillet:
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and swirl to coat the pan evenly.

3. Cook the Chicken:
Add the seasoned chicken to the hot skillet in a single layer. Allow it to cook undisturbed for 3 minutes to develop a golden crust. Then, stir-fry for an additional 4 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

4. Sauté the Garlic:
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, ensuring it does not burn.

5. Combine and Finish:
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir in the lemon juice and zest, ensuring all chicken pieces are well-coated. Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently, to allow the flavors to meld.

6. Serve:
Transfer the stir-fried chicken to a serving platter. Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley before serving to enhance both color and flavor.

Total Time

PT25M
25 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

Chicken stir fry, Lemon chicken, Paprika chicken, Easy dinner, Quick dinner, Weeknight meal, Garlic chicken, Healthy chicken recipe, Zesty chicken stir fry, Flavorful stir fry

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 1100 calories

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