Lemon chicken with spring veg noodles

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
48%
Lemon chicken with spring veg noodles
20 min.
2
411kcal

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Are you looking for a quick, delicious, and healthy meal that the whole family will love? Look no further than this delightful Lemon Chicken with Spring Veg Noodles! In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a dish that's not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also bursting with vibrant flavors and colors. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this meal combines succulent chicken breast with a tangy lemon sauce, creating a refreshing and satisfying main course.

The secret to this recipe lies in the harmonious blend of zesty lemon, aromatic ginger, and a touch of sweetness from the caster sugar, all coming together to create a luscious sauce that coats tender pieces of chicken. Complemented by crisp spring onions and a medley of frozen peas and beans, your taste buds will be treated to an explosion of freshness in every bite. The introduction of medium dried egg noodles adds a comforting texture, making this dish not just nourishing but also incredibly satisfying.

Whether you're a busy professional, a parent juggling meal prep, or simply someone who enjoys a wholesome dinner without the fuss, this Lemon Chicken with Spring Veg Noodles is the answer. Don’t forget to top it off with roasted cashews for that perfect crunch. Get ready to impress your taste buds and your dinner guests alike!

Ingredients

  • tbsp unrefined sunflower oil 
  •  chicken breast skinless cut into strips
  •  lemon zest 
  • tbsp sugar 
  • tbsp ginger fresh grated
  • tsp cornstarch 
  • 125 g sheets pumpkin puree dried
  •  spring onion sliced
  • tbsp roasted cashews 
  • 200 frangelico frozen
  • 200 frangelico frozen

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a non-stick pan, then fry the chicken for 5 mins until almost cooked. Tip onto a plate.
  2. Pour 250ml water into the pan with the lemon zest and juice, sugar and ginger. In a bowl, mix the cornflour with a little water until smooth, then whisk into the pan. Bring to the boil, stirring, then add the chicken to the sauce. Reduce the heat. Bubble for a few mins until chicken is cooked and the sauce thickened.
  3. Meanwhile, cook the noodles and veg together in boiling water for 4 mins, then drain. Toss together the chicken, noodles, veg and spring onions; serve scattered with nuts.

Nutrition Facts

Calories411kcal
Protein49.07%
Fat33.49%
Carbs17.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
58.55
Glycemic Load
4.72
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
32.588695577953%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.33mg
Quercetin
2.56mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:410.86kcal
20.54%
Fat:15.15g
23.31%
Saturated Fat:2.48g
15.5%
Carbohydrates:17.75g
5.92%
Net Carbohydrates:14.71g
5.35%
Sugar:9.07g
10.08%
Cholesterol:144.64mg
48.21%
Sodium:271.14mg
11.79%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:49.94g
99.88%
Vitamin A:10035.46IU
200.71%
Vitamin B3:24.05mg
120.26%
Selenium:73.38µg
104.83%
Vitamin B6:1.77mg
88.49%
Vitamin K:62.01µg
59.06%
Phosphorus:529.42mg
52.94%
Vitamin B5:3.56mg
35.65%
Potassium:1089.52mg
31.13%
Vitamin E:4.16mg
27.77%
Magnesium:92.64mg
23.16%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.26%
Vitamin C:14.07mg
17.05%
Iron:2.4mg
13.31%
Copper:0.26mg
13.16%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.33%
Fiber:3.04g
12.17%
Zinc:1.78mg
11.9%
Manganese:0.22mg
10.91%
Folate:36.03µg
9.01%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.53%
Calcium:52.01mg
5.2%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%