Best 7 Crispy Lemon Fried Chicken Recipes

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Craving a delightful culinary experience that tantalizes your taste buds? Look no further than crispy lemon fried chicken, a symphony of flavors that will transport you to a realm of gastronomic ecstasy. This delectable dish combines the perfect balance of tangy lemon, aromatic herbs, and the irresistible crunch of fried chicken, resulting in a symphony of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking a new culinary adventure, this comprehensive guide will equip you with the knowledge and techniques needed to create the ultimate crispy lemon fried chicken that will become a staple in your recipe repertoire.

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LEMON CHICKEN RECIPE



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Lemon chicken recipe - Crispy fried chicken with zesty and citrusy lemon sauce. Healthy, delicious, quick, and easy recipe to make at home.

Provided by Rasa Malaysia

Categories     Chinese Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

10 oz. (300 g) skinless, boneless chicken breast/thigh, cut into small pieces
1/4 cup cornstarch plus 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, sifted and combine well
oil, for deep-frying
1/2 teaspoon white sesame
1/2 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (optional)
1 tablespoon corn starch
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon sugar or more to taste
5 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon corn starch
1 pinch salt or to taste

Steps:

  • Marinate the chicken with the Marinade, for 30 minutes. Mix all the ingredients for the Sauce. Set aside.
  • Coat the marinated chicken with the corn starch and all-purpose flour mixture. Heat up a wok with about two inches of oil. As soon as the oil is fully heated, deep-fry the chicken until golden brown. Transfer the chicken out to a dish lined with paper towels to sock up the excess oil.
  • Add all the ingredients in the Sauce into a small sauce pan and bring it to a quick boil. Transfer the fried chicken into the sauce, stir to coat well with the lemon sauce.
  • Dish out, top with the white sesame, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Carbohydrate 27 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 91 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 4 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 31 grams protein, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 2 people, Sodium 439 milligrams sodium, Sugar 7 grams sugar

CRISPY LEMON-FRIED CHICKEN



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"THIS IS my husband's favorite chicken dish. He loves it done very crispy and well browned. The steps of soaking the chicken pieces in salted lemony water and re-crisping are the secrets to this recipe."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 broiler/fryer chickens (2 to 3 pounds each), cut up or 16 pieces of chicken
3-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Oil for deep-fat frying
2 tablespoons hot water

Steps:

  • Place chicken pieces in a large bowl; add 3 teaspoons salt, lemon juice and enough water to cover chicken. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , Drain thoroughly. In a resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, paprika, pepper and remaining salt. Add chicken pieces; seal bag and toss to coat. , In a large skillet, heat 1/2 in. of oil to 375°. Add chicken; brown on all sides, about 20 minutes. Reduce heat. Carefully add water; cover and cook for 20 minutes or until juices run clear. Uncover; cook 10 minutes longer or until chicken is crisp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550 calories, Fat 39g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 1123mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

CRISPY CHICKEN WITH LEMON ORZO



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2/3 cup all-purpose flour
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 boneless chicken breasts, skin-on (about 8 ounces each)
1/4 cup canola oil
9 tablespoons good European-style unsalted butter, such as Plugrá, divided
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Lemon Orzo with Feta, recipe follows
1 lemon, cut into 8 wedges
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup orzo
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons good olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh dill
1 cup small-diced feta, preferably Greek (4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Combine the flour, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper in a shallow bowl. Remove the tenders on the underside of the chicken breasts and save for another use. (This makes the chicken breasts an even thickness so they cook evenly.) Heat the canola oil and 4 tablespoons of the butter together in a large (12-inch) cast-iron skillet over medium heat until the butter has melted and begins to sizzle.
  • Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture and shake off any excess. Place the chicken, skin side down, in the skillet and cook over medium heat without moving for 12 minutes. With the chicken still skin side down, place the skillet in the oven and roast for 10 minutes.
  • Return the skillet to the stovetop over medium heat (careful; the handle will be hot!). Turn the chicken skin side up, add the remaining 5 tablespoons of butter, and continue cooking for 3 to 5 minutes, until the butter is a nutty brown color and the chicken breasts are just cooked through (an instant-read thermometer will register 130 to 140 degrees F). Off the heat, sprinkle on the parsley.
  • Divide the Lemon Orzo with Feta among four dinner plates. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and slice each breast crosswise in thick slices. Arrange one breast on each plate with the orzo. Spoon a few tablespoons of the brown butter over each chicken breast, squeeze on some lemon, and sprinkle with salt. Serve hot with a fresh wedge of lemon on each plate.
  • In a large saucepan, bring 2 quarts of water to a boil. Add 2 teaspoons salt and the orzo. Return the water to a boil and simmer uncovered for 9 to 11 minutes, until the orzo is al dente. Drain.
  • Transfer the orzo to a bowl and stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Fold in the feta and serve hot.

LEMONY FRIED CHICKEN



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 4h55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons coriander seeds, toasted and cracked
2 teaspoons lemon zest (2 lemons)
Kosher salt
One 3 1/2-pound chicken, cut into 8 pieces
2 cups vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups gluten-free flour, such as Cup4Cup
Lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large re-sealable plastic bag, mix together the buttermilk, olive oil, coriander, lemon zest and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Add the chicken pieces, seal the bag and massage to coat. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours and up to 1 day, turning the chicken pieces occasionally.
  • Add enough oil to a large, heavy frying pan (preferably cast iron) to come 1 inch up the sides of the pan. Heat over medium until the oil reaches 325 degrees F on a deep-frying thermometer.
  • Place the flour in a medium bowl and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Working one piece at a time, remove the chicken from the marinade and dredge in the seasoned flour. Shake off the excess flour, then add the chicken to the hot oil. Fry, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and just cooked through, about 25 minutes. Using tongs, transfer the chicken to a cooling rack over a baking sheet and allow to drain.
  • Arrange the fried chicken on a warm platter and serve with lemon wedges.

CRISPY FRIED CHICKEN



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I experimented for many years before developing this recipe. It's bits and pieces of hints I had heard over the years. I have had many compliments on this chicken. Most of this recipe is dependant on your own taste. It's more a matter of preparation and cooking method!

Provided by Elaine O

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Fried Chicken Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (4 pound) chicken, cut into pieces
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups all-purpose flour for coating
1 teaspoon paprika
salt and pepper to taste
2 quarts vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Take your cut up chicken pieces and skin them if you prefer. Put the flour in a large plastic bag (let the amount of chicken you are cooking dictate the amount of flour you use). Season the flour with paprika, salt and pepper to taste (paprika helps to brown the chicken).
  • Dip chicken pieces in buttermilk then, a few at a time, put them in the bag with the flour, seal the bag and shake to coat well. Place the coated chicken on a cookie sheet or tray, and cover with a clean dish towel or waxed paper. LET SIT UNTIL THE FLOUR IS OF A PASTE-LIKE CONSISTENCY. THIS IS CRUCIAL!
  • Fill a large skillet (cast iron is best) about 1/3 to 1/2 full with vegetable oil. Heat until VERY hot. Put in as many chicken pieces as the skillet can hold. Brown the chicken in HOT oil on both sides. When browned, reduce heat and cover skillet; let cook for 30 minutes (the chicken will be cooked through but not crispy). Remove cover, raise heat again and continue to fry until crispy.
  • Drain the fried chicken on paper towels. Depending on how much chicken you have, you may have to fry in a few shifts. Keep the finished chicken in a slightly warm oven while preparing the rest.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.5 g, Cholesterol 116.1 mg, Fat 21.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 40.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 140.1 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

CRISPY LEMON CHICKEN



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This is a great American type of fast food the more you taste it the more you want also by using the same recipe but substituting Orange for Lemon you have a sweeter version enjoy and let me know what you think

Provided by foxhay

Time 40m

Yield Serves 3

Number Of Ingredients 18

500grams boneless, skinless chicken
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon of salt
1/2 teaspoon of pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
85g plain flour
2 tablespoons corn flour
oil (for frying) + 1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind
80ml fresh lemon juice
1 spring onion chopped
2 lemon segments
1/2 tablespoon corn flour
60ml hoi sin sauce with five spice (Sharwoods)
Dash cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons sugar
Salt and Pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cut your chicken into 2 inch pieces and put them into a large bowl.
  • Add in the egg, salt, pepper and oil. Mix it well and set aside.
  • In another large bowl, stir in the corn flour and plain flour plus one teaspoon of salt and pepper
  • And mix it well set aside.
  • Add the chicken into the flour mix and coat each piece generously.
  • Pour about a 1/2 inch of oil plus the sesame oil into a Wok and set it over high heat.
  • When the temperature is 375 degrees,
  • Carefully put some chicken pieces in small batches and fry for 4 minutes
  • Carefully remove the chicken from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain it on paper towels,
  • Finish frying the chicken until they're all done.
  • Set aside keep warm and put together your glaze in the next step.
  • Method Glaze:
  • Let your oil cool slightly in the wok
  • Remove all but 2 tablespoons of oil and put it over medium heat.
  • Saute the minced garlic for a minute, being careful not to burn it
  • Add the rest of the ingredients in and bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Add 1/2 tablespoon corn flour mixed with a little cold water
  • Make sure to stir this for 3 minutes
  • Reduce the heat and simmer it until a saucy thick glaze is created.
  • Pour the glaze over the chicken and serve!
  • Scatter the Spring onion and lemon segments

CRISPY FRIED CHICKEN



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If you've wanted to learn how to make crispy fried chicken, this is the recipe for you. Always a picnic favorite, this deep fried chicken recipe is delicious either hot or cold. Kids call it my Kentucky Fried Chicken! -Jeanne Schnitzler, Lima, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
2 tablespoons garlic salt
1 tablespoon paprika
3 teaspoons pepper, divided
2-1/2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
2 large eggs
1-1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
2 broiler/fryer chickens (3-1/2 to 4 pounds each), cut up
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

  • In a large shallow dish, combine 2-2/3 cups flour, garlic salt, paprika, 2-1/2 teaspoons pepper and teaspoons poultry seasoning. In another shallow dish, beat eggs and 1-1/2 cups water; add 1 teaspoon salt and the remaining 1-1/3 cup flour and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Dip chicken in egg mixture, then place in flour mixture, a few pieces at a time. Turn to coat., In a deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Working in batches, fry chicken, several pieces at a time, until skin is golden brown and a thermometer inserted into chicken reads 165°, about 7-8 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 543 calories, Fat 33g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 137mg cholesterol, Sodium 798mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 41g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a cast iron skillet or a heavy-bottomed pan for even heat distribution.
  • Make sure your chicken is completely dry before frying to prevent splattering.
  • Fry the chicken in small batches to avoid overcrowding the pan and ensure even cooking.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken. It should reach 165°F (74°C) to be fully cooked.
  • Serve the chicken immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Crispy Lemon Fried Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its juicy, flavorful meat and crispy, tangy coating, this chicken is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook chicken, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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