Sunday, March 21, 2010

Stir-Fried Chicken with Broccoli and Cashews

2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
2 tbsp. soy sauce
1 tsp. granulated sugar
1 sm. clove garlic, minced
3/4 c. chicken broth
4 tsp. cornstarch
3 tbsp. peanut oil
4 c. broccoli flowerets and pieces
1 sm. red bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips
1 med. onion, cut into chunks
1/3 c. cashews

Cut chicken into 1-inch strips. In medium bowl, combine soy sauce, sugar and garlic. Add chicken pieces to bowl and toss to coat with mixture. Stir chicken broth into cornstarch in separate bowl and set aside.

Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a wok. Add broccoli and red pepper strips. Stir-fry 3 minutes. Add onion and stir-fry 3 minutes. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil, then add chicken with soy sauce and stir-fry 7-10 minutes, or until chicken is tender and fully cooked. Stir broth-cornstarch mixture and add to skillet. Cook, stirring 1 to 2 minutes, or until thickened. Stir in cashews and serve. Makes 4 servings.

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