Lemon Chicken & Asparagus Stir-Fry

Check out this 25-minute stir-fry from Clean Eating that is loaded with fresh veggies like asparagus. It bursts with bright, lemony flavor and plenty of crunch.

under 15 mins
dinner
Updated on 10 June 2024

Ingredients for servings

  • 1 lemon juiced and grated

  • 3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 pound chicken breast

  • 1 small head napa cabbage sliced into 1/2-inch pieces

  • 1 pound asparagus trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces

  • 1 large red bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced

  • 1 large orange bell pepper seeded and thinly sliced

  • 1 teaspoon peeled and finely chopped fresh ginger

  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

  • 0.25 teaspoon chili powder

  • 2 scallions thinly sliced

Directions

  • In a small bowl, combine lemon juice and soy sauce; set aside.

  • In a large wok on medium heat, heat oil. Add chicken and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until cooked through and no longer pink inside. Add cabbage, asparagus, bell peppers, ginger, pepper flakes and chili powder; cook for 4–5 minutes more, until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add soy sauce mixture and toss. Stir in lemon zest (if using), and sprinkle with scallions

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