Lemony Sweet and Spicy Chicken

July 24, 2014

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Chicken is breaded w/ breadcrumbs seasoned with lemon zest and NO SALT. This recipe is a great example of how to lower your salt intake without losing the flavor.

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
1/4 C flour, all purpose
1 egg, beaten
1 C breadcrumbs, dry
1 T parsley, dry
Zest of 1 lemon
1/3 C olive oil

For the Sauce
1 T cornstarch
1/3 C freshly squeezed lemon juice
Zest of 1 lemon
1 C chicken stock
1 tsp ginger paste
2 T brown sugar
1/8 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (more or less to your preference)

1.Create a breading station: 2.Place flour in a shallow bowl/plate. 3.Place beaten egg in a shallow bowl . 4.Combine breadcrumbs, parsley and lemon zest in a third shallow bowl/plate. 5.Dip chicken...
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Nutritions

Calories
932

Sodium
2047mg
85% DV

Fat
18g
28% DV

Protein
47g
95% DV

Carbs
156g
53% DV

Fiber
11g
45% DV