1. 1

   Step 1

   Grate the lemon zest and squeeze the juice. Strain the resulting juice.

2. 2

   Step 2

   Clean 600 g of chicken breast, removing any excess fat.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Cut the chicken breast first into strips and then into uniform-sized bites.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Dredge the chicken bites in 30 g of all-purpose flour, mixing well to coat them evenly.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Heat 20 ml of extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Brown the floured chicken over medium heat for 5 minutes, turning often until golden.

   Timer 5 min
7. 7

   Step 7

   Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

8. 8

   Step 8

   In a bowl, mix 20 g of cornstarch with 200 g of water.

9. 9

   Step 9

   Add 10 g of sugar, 10 g of soy sauce, and 100 g of lemon juice to the mixture.

10. 10

    Step 10

    Pour the liquid into the skillet used for the chicken and cook for 1 minute until it thickens.

    Timer 1 min
11. 11

    Step 11

    Add the browned chicken to the sauce and cook everything for 3-4 minutes, stirring gently.

    Timer 4 min
12. 12

    Step 12

    Finish with the grated lemon zest, 1 tsp of thyme, and 1 tsp of oregano. Serve hot.

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