Lemonade Chicken Glaze

Lemonade Chicken Glaze is a sweet and tangy dish where chicken is coated in a glossy sauce made from lemonade concentrate, often combined with soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. It's a popular American comfort food, frequently prepared as a quick weeknight meal or a party appetizer, with roots in modern home cooking and potluck culture.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in carbohydrates and sugar from the lemonade and any added sweeteners, while providing a good amount of protein from the chicken. A single serving (about 4-6 oz of chicken with glaze) generally ranges from 300 to 450 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	25 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	22 g
Sodium	480 mg
Potassium	380 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Iron	2.1 mg
Calcium	30 mg
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg
Niacin (B3)	6.5 mg
Phosphorus	220 mg
Selenium	25 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The glaze is a classic example of 'pantry cooking,' using a common beverage as a flavor base to create a complex sauce quickly. Nutritionally, it highlights how sweet and savory flavors can be combined, though the high sugar content makes it more of an occasional treat than a daily staple.