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Gordon Ramsay Sticky Lemon Chicken – Sweet, Tangy & Full of Flavor

Gordon Ramsay Sticky Lemon Chicken recipe
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Gordon Ramsay’s Sticky Lemon Chicken is a quick and flavorful recipe made with chicken thighs, fresh lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, and garlic. The chicken is pan-seared and then glazed in a sticky, citrus-infused sauce, making it a perfect weeknight dinner or elegant main course.

Ingredients

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  • 6 chicken thighs, boneless and skinless

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1-inch piece of ginger, grated

  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon

  • 2 tbsp honey

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tsp rice vinegar or white wine vinegar

  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)

  • Fresh parsley or coriander, for garnish

  • Lemon slices, for serving

Instructions

Prepare and Sear the Chicken:

  1. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.

  2. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.

  3. Sear the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Make the Sticky Lemon Sauce:

  1. In the same pan, reduce heat to medium.

  2. Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, and vinegar.

  4. Bring to a gentle simmer for 2–3 minutes.

  5. If desired, add cornstarch slurry and stir until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.

Glaze the Chicken:

  1. Return the chicken to the pan and toss to coat with the sauce.

  2. Simmer for 2–3 more minutes, basting the chicken with the sticky glaze.

Serve and Garnish:

  1. Garnish with chopped parsley or coriander and lemon slices.

  2. Serve hot over rice, noodles, or with stir-fried vegetables.

Find it online: https://gordonramsayeats.com/gordon-ramsay-sticky-lemon-chicken/