SESAME CHICKEN STIR-FRY

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"When our children were little, my husband frequently worked late," recalls Michelle McWilliams of Fort Lupton, Colorado. "This eye-catching stir-fry was a satisfying alternative to a big dinner for me and the kids."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 boneless skinless chicken breast half, cut into thin strips
2 teaspoons canola oil
7 snow peas
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1/3 cup julienned sweet red pepper
3 medium fresh mushrooms, sliced
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup cold water
3 to 4 tablespoons soy sauce
Hot cooked rice
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken in oil for 6-8 minutes or until juices run clear. Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, stir-fry peas, broccoli and red pepper for 2-3 minutes. Add mushrooms and onion; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes. , Combine cornstarch and sugar; stir in water and soy sauce until smooth. Add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Return chicken to the pan; cook until mixture is heated through and vegetables are tender. Serve over rice. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 2858mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 36g protein.