Lemon Chicken And Asparagus Stir Fry Recipe

This vibrant Lemon Chicken and Asparagus Stir-Fry is a light, quick, and incredibly delicious weeknight meal! Made with fresh (or frozen) asparagus and juicy chicken, this recipe is bursting with zesty lemon flavor. Ready in under 40 minutes, it's the perfect healthy and satisfying dinner solution.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 163.1 kcal
Protein 44g
Rating 5.0 (9 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Chicken And Asparagus Stir Fry

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How to Make Lemon Chicken And Asparagus Stir Fry

  1. In a glass dish, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch.
  2. Add 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces, to the marinade. Toss to coat completely.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 30 minutes) to allow the chicken to marinate.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large, nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  5. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant and softened.
  6. Add the marinated chicken to the skillet, reserving the marinade. Add 1/2 cup sliced scallions, 1 cup asparagus spears (fresh or frozen), and 1/2 cup shredded carrots.
  7. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
  8. Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened slightly, about 1 minute.
  9. Serve hot over rice or quinoa for a complete and satisfying meal.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

2g

Carbs

2g