Better Than Takeout Chicken Stir Fry

Name: Better Than Takeout Chicken Stir Fry
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce or Tamari sauce; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1 tablespoon light brown sugar; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; ¾ cup low sodium chicken broth; 10 to 12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast, (thinly cut into strips OR cut into about 1.5-inch cubes); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 3 cloves garlic, (minced); ½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger; 1 small yellow onion, (thinly sliced); 1 large carrot, (thinly sliced into coins); 1 small red bell pepper, (thinly sliced into strips); 4 ounces sliced button mushrooms; green onion , (for garnish); toasted sesame seeds, (for garnish); red pepper flakes, (for garnish)

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Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Servings: 4

Cost: $11.43 /serving

Author : Katerina

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Instructions

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Step 1

In a mixing bowl combine soy sauce and cornstarch; whisk until completely incorporated.

Step 2

Whisk in brown sugar, sesame oil, and chicken broth; set aside.

Step 3

Prepare chicken by cutting it into small cubes or long thin strips; set aside.

Step 4

Add vegetable oil to a Wok or use a large nonstick skillet; set wok over high heat.

Step 5

Once oil is hot, add garlic and ginger; stir and cook for 10 seconds.

Step 6

Add onion and continue to cook for 1 more minute, stirring frequently, just until onion softens.

Step 7

Stir in the chicken and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until chicken is white; stir frequently.

Step 8

Add in prepared carrots, peppers, and mushrooms; continue to cook for 2 minutes.

Step 9

Stir the sauce that you prepared earlier, and then add it to the wok; cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, stirring very frequently, until sauce has thickened, veggies are crisp-tender, and chicken is cooked through.

Step 10

Remove from heat.

Step 11

Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and pepper flakes.

Step 12

Serve over rice.

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