Lemon-Garlic Sour Chicken Stir Fry

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-09 · Updated 2026-05-09

A vibrant stir fry featuring tender chicken breast cooked with a sharp and tangy lemon-garlic sauce that highlights the sour flavor profile. This Asian fusion recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs chicken breast, lemon juice, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 12 oz, thinly sliced chicken breast
• 3 tbsp, freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2, sliced green onions
• 1 small, julienned red bell pepper
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz thinly sliced chicken breast and sauté for 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through.
2. Step 2: Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth.
4. Step 4: Pour the lemon sauce mixture over the chicken, add 1 small julienned red bell pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and toss in 2 sliced green onions before serving immediately.