Basic Stir-Fried Chicken Recipe

Name: Basic Stir-Fried Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts; 1 green onion; 1 Tbsp. sherry; 1 lb. vegetables (see suggestions); 1 Tbsp. oil; pinch of sugar; 2 slices fresh ginger root, peeled and chopped; 1 Tbsp. cornstarch; 2 Tbsp. water; 1 Tbsp. lower-sodium soy sauce or less; 1/2 c. chicken broth

Servings: persons

2 chicken breasts
1 green onion
1 Tbsp. sherry
1 lb. vegetables (see suggestions)
1 Tbsp. oil
pinch of sugar
2 slices fresh ginger root, peeled and chopped
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
2 Tbsp. water
1 Tbsp. lower-sodium soy sauce or less
1/2 c. chicken broth

1
Skin and bone chicken, then cut into small chunks.
2
Mince ginger root and green onion, then combine with cornstarch, sherry and water.
3
Add to chicken and toss to coat.
4
Let stand 15 minutes, turning occasionally.
5
Meanwhile, slice vegetables.
6
Heat oil.
7
Add chicken and stir-fry until begins to brown (2 to 3 minutes).
8
Remove from pan.
9
Add vegetables and stir-fry to coat with oil (1 to 2 minutes).
10
Sprinkle with soy sauce and sugar. Stir in chicken broth and heat quickly, then simmer, covered, until vegetables are nearly done.
11
Return chicken; stir to reheat and blend flavors (about 1/2 minute).
12
Serve at once.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 chicken breasts, 1 green onion, 1 Tbsp. sherry, 1 lb. vegetables (see suggestions), and more.

Yes, Basic Stir-Fried Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Basic Stir-Fried Chicken

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