Best Stir Fried Walnut Chicken Recipes

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WALNUT CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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"As the holidays near, I fix meals that are simple, light and nutritious," writes Sharon /Fleming of Bogota, Colombia. "This is one of our favorites. I keep cut-up veggies in the fridge for snacks...they're handy for tossing into stir-fries like this."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons cornstarch, divided
4 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 large onion, cut into 8 wedges
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1 cup water
1/4 cup walnut halves
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon oil, soy sauce, bouillon granules, ginger and chili powder; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 15 minutes to 1 hour., In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken and marinade in remaining oil until chicken is no longer pink. Remove chicken with slotted spoon and keep warm. In the same skillet, stir-fry broccoli for 8 minutes. Add onion and red pepper; stir fry 6-8 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender., Return chicken to the skillet. Combine remaining cornstarch and water until smooth. Add to the skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Sprinkle with nuts. Serve over rice is desired.

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CHICKEN WALNUT STIR FRY



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Make and share this Chicken Walnut Stir Fry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jan007

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons oil
4 ounces walnuts
2 lbs boneless chicken breasts
4 ounces mushrooms, quartered
4 green onions
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon sherry wine
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon brown sugar

Steps:

  • Partially freeze chicken, then cut in strips completely thaw and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Heat 1 tbl oil in large nonstick skillet, on medium high heat saute chicken strips 1/3-1/2 at a time until no longer pink inside.
  • Remove and keep warm.
  • In same skillet with remaining 1 tbl oil saute walnuts, mushrooms, until walnuts begin to brown and mushrooms soften.
  • Diagonally cut green onions add to skillet along with chicken, add garlic, sherry, soy sauce and sugar.
  • Continue cooking on medium high heat stirring frequently until heated through.

WALNUT CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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This healthy recipe is simple to make and tastes delicious. The chicken needs to marinate for 15 minutes to 1 hour.

Provided by Karamia

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons cornstarch, divided
4 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 inch cubes
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 large sweet onion, cut into 8 wedges
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1 cup water
1/4 cup walnut halves
hot cooked rice (optional)

Steps:

  • Put chicken cubes into a plastic resealable bag and add 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon oil, soy sauce, bouillon granules, ginger and chili powder; seal bag and turn to coat chicken.
  • Refrigerate for 15 minutes to 1 hour.
  • In a large wok or nonstick skillet add remaining oil and cook chicken until no longer pink.
  • Remove chicken with slotted spoon and keep aside.
  • In the same skillet, stir-fry broccoli for 8 minutes; then add red pepper and onion and stir-fry 6-8 minutes longer or until veggies are crisp-tender.
  • Return chicken to skillet. Add 1 tablespoon cornstarch to 1 cup water, stir until smooth and add to skillet.
  • Cook and stir for 2 minutes then sprinkle with walnuts.
  • Serve over rice if desired, enjoy!

CHICKEN WALNUT STIR-FRY



Chicken Walnut Stir-Fry image

My family loves this easy stir-fry. I serve it over brown rice. Cook time does not include 30 minute marinating time. Enjoy!

Provided by Kathy D

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 Tbsp vegetable oil, divided
5 tsp soy sauce, low-sodium, divided
3 tsp cornstarch, divided
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
1/2 c chicken broth, low-sodium
1/4 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp dried crushed red pepper
1 medium yellow onion, cut into 1 inch pieces
1-2 clove garlic, minced
1/2 lb broccoli florets, cut into 1 inch pieces
1/2 c walnuts, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Mix 1 T. oil, 2 t. soy sauce and 1 t. cornstarch together. Add the chicken pieces and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • 2. Mix the chicken broth, ginger, 3 t. soy sauce and 2 t. cornstarch together and set aside.
  • 3. Heat 4 T. oil in a wok or large non-stick skillet, over medium heat. Add the chicken mixture and crushed red pepper. Stir-fry until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken to a plate.
  • 4. Add onion and garlic to the pan. Stir-fry on medium-high until translucent.
  • 5. Add the broccoli and stir-fry until tender.
  • 6. Add chicken and broth mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened.
  • 7. Stir in walnuts. It's ready to serve. I like to serve it over rice. Enjoy!

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