Lemon chicken

Lemon Chicken is a popular dish in various cuisines, particularly in Western, Chinese, and Italian culinary traditions. It is characterized by the combination of chicken as the main ingredient and lemon as a significant flavoring component.

Overview

Lemon Chicken typically involves the preparation of chicken – often breast, thigh, or drumstick cuts – which is then cooked with lemon juice, along with other ingredients. The dish is known for its tangy, refreshing flavor profile, which comes from the acidity of the lemon.

Variations

There are numerous variations of Lemon Chicken across different cuisines.

Western Cuisine

In Western cuisine, Lemon Chicken is often prepared by marinating chicken in a mixture of lemon juice, olive oil, and herbs such as rosemary and thyme, then roasting or grilling it.

Chinese Cuisine

In Chinese cuisine, particularly Cantonese cuisine, Lemon Chicken often involves deep-frying battered chicken pieces, then coating or serving them with a sweet and tangy lemon sauce.

Italian Cuisine

In Italian cuisine, a popular version of Lemon Chicken is Chicken piccata, where chicken breasts are sautéed and served with a sauce made from lemon juice, capers, and butter.

See Also

• List of lemon dishes and beverages
• List of chicken dishes