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Crispy lemon chicken Calories
Crispy-coated chicken with lemon sauce; frying and sauce make it higher in fat, carbohydrates, and sodium than plain chicken.
CALORIES · 100 G
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Crispy lemon chicken (150 g) has 375 calories. That works out to 250 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.5 g of carbs, 27 g of protein, 18.8 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 9.3 mg of B3 covers 58% of the Daily Value. Under the NOVA system it is classified as "Processed".
Crispy lemon chicken Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 150 g
375
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
25.5g
· 9% DV
Protein
27g
· 54% DV
Fat
18.8g
· 24% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 27% · Protein 28% · Fat 45%
Crispy lemon chicken nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (150 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 375 kcal | |
| Total fat | 18.8 g | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 3.9 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.15 g | |
| Sodium | 780 mg | 34% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25.5 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 27 g | 54% |
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 Medium Crispy lemon chicken?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 375 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 225 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 250 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 350 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 375 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 550 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 625 kcal |
Calculated from 250 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Crispy lemon chicken
What is crispy lemon chicken?
Crispy lemon chicken is chicken coated in a crisp breading and served with a tangy, often sweet lemon sauce. Recipes vary: some keep the sauce on the side, while others toss the cooked chicken in it just before serving.
How do you make crispy lemon chicken at home?
To make crispy lemon chicken, coat bite-size chicken pieces in seasoned flour or another breading and fry until cooked through and golden. Prepare the lemon sauce separately, then add it just before serving so the coating stays crisp.
Is crispy lemon chicken Chinese?
Crispy lemon chicken is commonly associated with Chinese-style restaurant cooking, especially in Western countries, but recipes and names vary. The sweet-tart lemon sauce and crisp coating are not one fixed traditional recipe, so ingredients differ between restaurants and home versions.
What is the sauce in crispy lemon chicken made of?
Crispy lemon chicken sauce usually combines lemon juice with a sweetener, soy sauce, and sometimes garlic or ginger. Cornstarch is often added to thicken it. Adjust the sweetener and lemon to balance the sauce's tartness to your taste.
How do you keep crispy lemon chicken from getting soggy?
Keep crispy lemon chicken crunchy by storing the sauce separately and adding it only when you are ready to eat. If you are serving a group, offer the sauce on the side so each piece does not sit coated and soften.
Can you bake or air-fry crispy lemon chicken?
Yes, you can bake or air-fry crispy lemon chicken instead of deep-frying it. Lightly oil the coating to help it brown, and avoid crowding the pieces. The texture may be less crunchy than fried chicken; add the lemon sauce after cooking.
What is the difference between crispy lemon chicken and orange chicken?
Crispy lemon chicken gets its signature flavor from lemon-based sauce, while orange chicken is usually flavored with orange and often has a sweeter, stronger citrus taste. Both commonly use battered or breaded chicken, but their sauces are not interchangeable.
What should you serve with crispy lemon chicken?
Serve crispy lemon chicken with plain rice, steamed or stir-fried vegetables, or a simple salad. Mild sides let the tart-sweet sauce stand out, while rice also works well for soaking up any extra sauce.
How long does crispy lemon chicken last in the fridge?
Crispy lemon chicken keeps in a covered container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days. Store the sauce separately when possible to limit sogginess. Refrigerate leftovers promptly rather than leaving cooked chicken at room temperature.
What is the best way to reheat crispy lemon chicken?
Reheat crispy lemon chicken in an oven or air fryer to help restore some crunch; a microwave tends to soften the coating. Warm the sauce separately and add it after reheating, or serve it on the side.
Crispy lemon chicken Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
9.3mg · 58% DV
B6
0.52mg · 31% DV
B5
1.13mg · 23% DV
B12
0.45µg · 19% DV
Minerals
Selenium
23µg · 42% DV
Phosphorus
278mg · 40% DV
Sodium
780mg · 34% DV
Zinc
1.65mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
390mg · 11% DV
How to Burn Off Crispy lemon chicken
To burn the 375 calories in 1 piece (medium) (150 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Crispy lemon chicken?
Crispy lemon chicken is made from battered or breaded chicken pieces, fried until crisp and coated or served with a tangy lemon sauce. It is a familiar Chinese-restaurant and takeaway-style dish, though recipes vary: the sauce may be sweet and glossy or sharper and more lemon-forward.
The coating gives a crunchy outside and tender centre, while the sauce balances savoury, fried flavours with citrus. It is commonly served with rice or vegetables, and works as a filling main meal. Chicken supplies protein, but the coating, frying and sauce make it higher in fat, carbohydrates and sodium than plain chicken. For a lighter plate, have the sauce on the side and pair it with steamed vegetables.
How Nutritious Is Crispy 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 Crispy 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 Crispy lemon chicken Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Crispy 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
Crispy lemon chicken Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.9g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.65g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 21:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (21:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.