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Chinese Lemon Chicken Calories
Battered fried chicken in a sweet-tangy lemon sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Chinese Lemon Chicken (200 g) has 450 calories. That works out to 225 calories per 100 g. It contains 41.6 g of carbs, 28.4 g of protein, 19.2 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 11.4 mg of B3 covers 71% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chinese Lemon Chicken Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 200 g
450
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
41.6g
· 15% DV
Protein
28.4g
· 57% DV
Fat
19.2g
· 25% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 37% · Protein 25% · Fat 38%
Chinese Lemon Chicken nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (200 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 450 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.2 g | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 3.56 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 1020 mg | 44% |
| Total carbohydrate | 41.6 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 28.4 g | 57% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Chinese Lemon Chicken?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 450 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28.4 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 79 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 225 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 105 g | 236 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 175 g | 394 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 405 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 675 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 350 g | 788 kcal |
Calculated from 225 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chinese Lemon Chicken
What is Chinese Lemon Chicken?
Chinese Lemon Chicken is battered chicken that is fried and coated in a sweet-tangy lemon sauce. It is especially familiar from Chinese-American restaurant menus, where it is often served over or alongside rice rather than as a traditional everyday dish across China.
How do you make Chinese Lemon Chicken?
To make Chinese Lemon Chicken, coat bite-size chicken pieces in batter or a flour-and-egg coating, fry until cooked and crisp, then toss them with lemon sauce. Keep the sauce separate until serving so the coating does not turn soggy.
What is in Chinese Lemon Chicken sauce?
Chinese Lemon Chicken sauce typically combines lemon juice, sugar, water, and sometimes soy sauce, with starch added to thicken it. The result should taste both citrusy and sweet; simmer the sauce briefly and add it to the chicken just before serving.
Is Chinese Lemon Chicken an authentic Chinese dish?
Chinese Lemon Chicken is best described as a Chinese-inspired restaurant dish, especially associated with Chinese-American cooking. Lemon chicken recipes vary, and the battered, fried version with a sweet lemon glaze is not a single standard dish eaten throughout China.
How do you keep Chinese Lemon Chicken crispy?
Keep Chinese Lemon Chicken crispy by frying the pieces in batches and tossing them in sauce only at the last moment. Crowding the pan lowers the oil temperature, while leaving coated chicken in sauce softens the crust quickly.
What is the difference between Chinese Lemon Chicken and orange chicken?
Chinese Lemon Chicken is flavored mainly with lemon, while orange chicken gets its characteristic citrus taste from orange and often has a deeper, sweeter glaze. Both are commonly battered and fried, but their sauces give them distinct aromas and levels of tanginess.
What should you serve with Chinese Lemon Chicken?
Serve Chinese Lemon Chicken with steamed rice, which soaks up the lemon sauce without competing with it. Steamed greens or stir-fried vegetables make a good side as well; avoid adding another strongly sweet sauce to the same meal.
Can you bake Chinese Lemon Chicken instead of frying it?
Yes, you can bake Chinese Lemon Chicken, although the coating may be less crisp than the fried version. Arrange the coated chicken pieces in a single layer and add the lemon sauce only after baking so they do not steam in it.
How long does Chinese Lemon Chicken last in the fridge?
Chinese Lemon Chicken leftovers can be refrigerated in a covered container, and they are best eaten within a few days. Store the chicken and sauce separately when possible to preserve more texture, and refrigerate leftovers promptly after the meal.
Can you reheat Chinese Lemon Chicken in an air fryer?
Yes, an air fryer can reheat Chinese Lemon Chicken and help the coating regain some crispness. Heat the chicken without extra sauce first, then warm the sauce separately and add it just before eating; reheating already-sauced pieces will leave them softer.
Chinese Lemon Chicken Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
11.4mg · 71% DV
B6
0.62mg · 36% DV
B5
1.3mg · 26% DV
Biotin
6.2µg · 21% DV
Minerals
Selenium
35µg · 64% DV
Phosphorus
316mg · 45% DV
Sodium
1020mg · 44% DV
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
410mg · 12% DV
Chinese Lemon Chicken Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chinese Lemon Chicken
To burn the 450 calories in 1 serving (medium) (200 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Chinese Lemon Chicken?
Chinese Lemon Chicken pairs pieces of battered, fried chicken with a sweet-tangy lemon sauce. It is a familiar dish on Chinese restaurant and takeaway menus in many Western countries, rather than one single fixed recipe from China; the sauce and coating can vary from kitchen to kitchen. Lemon brings a bright citrus note, balanced by sweetness.
Expect a crisp coating when freshly made, tender chicken inside and a glossy sauce that softens the crust as it sits. It is commonly served with rice or noodles, often with vegetables on the side. The fried coating and sauce make it a fairly substantial choice; for a lighter plate, use less sauce and add steamed greens. Each 100 g provides 14.2 g of protein.
How Nutritious Is Chinese Lemon Chicken?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Chinese Lemon Chicken Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Chinese Lemon Chicken Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Chinese Lemon Chicken Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Chinese Lemon Chicken Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.56g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.44g
POLYUNSATURATED
5.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 40.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (40.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.