Dive into a tangy, savory feast with this Lemony Chicken Stir Fry featuring asparagus. Made with fresh lemon juice, fragrant ginger, and succulent chicken pieces, it is an easy yet satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Season chicken cubes evenly with kosher salt and set aside.
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In a small bowl, mix together chicken broth and soy sauce and set aside.
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Dissolve cornstarch in water in another small bowl, stirring well to prevent lumps. Set this mixture aside.
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Heat a large wok or non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add half of the oil, then toss in the asparagus. Cook until tender-crisp, around 4 minutes. Remove asparagus from the wok and set aside.
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In the same wok, add minced garlic and ginger. Cook until golden, around 1 minute. Remove and set aside with the asparagus.
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Increase the heat to high and add the remaining oil. Add the chicken cubes and cook until browned and cooked through, approximately 4 minutes on each side. Remove and set aside with the asparagus and spices.
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In the same wok, add the soy sauce mixture followed by the fresh lemon juice and the cornstarch mixture. Stir well until it starts to simmer.
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Return the chicken, asparagus, garlic and ginger to the wok. Drizzle with honey and season with black pepper. Stir everything together well, ensuring the chicken and asparagus are coated evenly with the sauce. Remove from heat.
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Serve the stir fry hot, garnishing with additional lemon slices if desired. Enjoy the aroma and burst of flavors in this refreshing stir fry dish.