THAI CHICKEN SAUTE WITH BASIL & MANDARINS

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Introduce your family to the Taste of Thai. This version is mild enough for almost every member of the family. Quick and easy, plus with the addition of economical ramen noodles, you can stretch your dinner-dollar further. Feel free to add or switch up the vegetables. It can only make this healthy dish better. Created for the 'Dining On A Dollar' Contest

Provided by Diana 2

Categories     Asian

Time 35m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups water
1 (85 g) package ramen noodles
2 tablespoons sesame seed oil
2 cups onions, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon sambal oelek
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
2 cups sweet red peppers, roughly chopped
1 cup carrot, julienne
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts
1 tablespoon freeze dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 (170 ml) cans mandarin oranges, drained

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring water to boil. Add noodles, cover and remove from heat. Allow 10 - 15 minutes for softening, then drain. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil. Add onions and sambal olek. Saute until onions are slightly transparent.
  • To the onions add red peppers, carrots and garlic. Continue to saute until peppers are just beginning to soften.
  • Add chicken, basil, salt and pepper. Stir until chicken is heated through.
  • Add orange pieces and the drained noodles. Toss gently until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 534.4, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 78.4, Sodium 1463.6, Carbohydrate 51.9, Fiber 7.9, Sugar 21.1, Protein 34.5

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