Chicken Walnut Stir-Fry Recipe

Name: Chicken Walnut Stir-Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 Tbsp. Crisco oil, divided; 5 tsp. soy sauce, divided; 3 tsp. cornstarch, divided; 2 whole boneless chicken breasts, skinned and cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/2 c. chicken broth; 1/2 tsp. ground ginger; 1/2 tsp. dried crushed red pepper; 1 medium onion (1-inch pieces); 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/2 lb. fresh broccoli (1-inch pieces); 1/2 c. chopped walnuts; hot cooked rice

Servings: persons

5 Tbsp. Crisco oil, divided
5 tsp. soy sauce, divided
3 tsp. cornstarch, divided
2 whole boneless chicken breasts, skinned and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 c. chicken broth
1/2 tsp. ground ginger
1/2 tsp. dried crushed red pepper
1 medium onion (1-inch pieces)
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 lb. fresh broccoli (1-inch pieces)
1/2 c. chopped walnuts
hot cooked rice

1
Mix 1 tablespoon Crisco oil, 2 teaspoons soy sauce and 1 teaspoon cornstarch in small mixing bowl.
2
Add chicken.
3
Stir to coat.
4
Cover and refrigerate about 30 minutes.
5
Mix chicken broth, ginger, remaining 3 teaspoons soy sauce and remaining 2 teaspoons cornstarch in small bowl.
6
Set aside.
7
Heat remaining 4 tablespoons Crisco oil in large skillet or wok. Add refrigerated chicken mixture and red pepper.
8
Stir-fry over medium-high heat until chicken is no longer pink.
9
Remove chicken from skillet. Set aside.
10
Add onion and garlic to skillet.
11
Stir-fry until tender.
12
Add chicken and chicken broth mixture.
13
Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened.
14
Stir in walnuts.
15
Serve with rice. Makes 4 servings.

541

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 Tbsp. Crisco oil, divided, 5 tsp. soy sauce, divided, 3 tsp. cornstarch, divided, 2 whole boneless chicken breasts, skinned and cut into 1-inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Chicken Walnut Stir-Fry 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.

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Chicken Walnut Stir-Fry

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