Lemon-Pepper Chicken Stir-Fry

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Servings: 4 servings Difficulty: Advanced
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A bright and zesty chicken dish with capers and fresh herbs
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Lemon-Pepper Chicken Stir-Fry

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 servings Calories: 450

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This vibrant Lemon-Pepper Chicken Stir-Fry is a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner that balances zesty citrus notes with savory depth. Tender strips of chicken breast are seared to golden perfection, then tossed with crisp red and green bell peppers and sweet onions. The sauce, thickened slightly with cornstarch, brings together chicken broth, fresh lemon juice, and briny capers for a tangy, mouth-watering finish. Garnished with fresh parsley and served over thin capellini pasta, this dish offers a satisfying texture and a burst of Mediterranean-inspired flavor.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cut the chicken breasts into 1/4-inch strips.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the red and green pepper strips and onion wedges to the pan.
  4. Stir-fry the vegetables for 3 to 4 minutes, or until crisp-tender.
  5. Remove the vegetables from the pan and set aside.
  6. Add the chicken strips to the remaining drippings in the pan.
  7. Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of the lemon pepper seasoning over the chicken.
  8. Stir-fry the chicken for about 5 minutes, or until lightly browned and fork-tender.
  9. In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, lemon juice, remaining 1/2 teaspoon of lemon pepper, and cornstarch until smooth.
  10. Pour the sauce mixture into the pan with the chicken.
  11. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  12. Stir in the reserved vegetables and capers.
  13. Heat through for another minute.
  14. Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture over cooked capellini.
  15. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 450kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g16%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Cholesterol 120mg40%
Sodium 450mg19%
Total Carbohydrate 55g19%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 3g
Protein 35g70%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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