ASPARAGUS CHICKEN STIR-FRY

Asparagus Chicken Stir-Fry image

Tender asparagus teams up nicely with chicken and cashews in a mild, pleasing sauce. "My husband and I have enjoyed this speedy dish on many occasions," says Deborah Haake of Cochrane, Wisconsin.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 cup cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
2 teaspoons cornstarch, divided
1 egg white
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/4 cup sherry or chicken broth
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
3 tablespoons unsalted cashews
2 green onions, chopped
1 cup hot cooked rice

Steps:

Place asparagus in a steamer basket; place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 5-7 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and keep warm. , In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon cornstarch and egg white until smooth; add chicken and toss to coat. In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken in oil for 4-5 minutes or until no longer pink. , Place the remaining cornstarch in a small bowl; stir in the sherry or broth, soy sauce and sugar until smooth. Gradually add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Stir in the cashews, onions and asparagus. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 478 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 723mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 42g protein. Diabetic Exchanges