SZECHUAN CHICKEN WITH PASTA

Szechuan Chicken with Pasta image

Provided by Kathy D

Categories Pasta

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

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1 Tbsp dark sesame oil
1/4 c chili-garlic sauce, divided
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 lb angelhair pasta
1 1/2 lb broccoli crowns, cut into florets
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/2 inch strips
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/2 inch strips
12 green onions, chopped
2 clove garlic, minced
1/4 c soy sauce (i always use low-sodium)
1 1/2 tsp fresh ginger, minced

Steps:

1. Heat oil and 2 T. of the chili-garlic sauce in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chicken and cook for about 4 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
3. Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to boil and cook your pasta according to package directions and drain.
4. Remove chicken from the pan and cut into strips.
5. Add the broccoli, bell peppers, green onions, garlic and the remaining chili-garlic sauce, soy sauce and ginger to the skillet. Cook the veggies, stirring, until they are crispy-tender.
6. Add the chicken strips back to the skillet with the veggies and cook until heated through.
7. Serve over cooked pasta and enjoy!