Ingredients

  • 34 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut in thin strips
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 34 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest, grated
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
  • 3 cups broccoli florets, bite-size
  • 1 red pepper, thinly sliced

Method

  • Marinate the chicken in lemon juice and garlic for 15 minutes.
  • Combine the cornstarch, broth, syrup, lemon zest and second amount of juice; st aside.
  • Cook chicken in skillet in half the oil until no longer pink; remove from pan and set aside.
  • Add remaining oil to pan and stir-fry the broccoli and red pepper for 2 - 3 minutes.
  • Stir the sauce mixture and pour it into the pan.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring constantly then add the chicken.
  • Boil 1 minute and serve over rice.