Chinese Chicken Walnut Stir Fry
In less than 15 minutes, you can have a hearty chicken dinner ready to go thanks to this easy stir fry idea. Walnuts may seem like a curious addition to this Chinese Chicken Walnut Stir Fry recipe, but they add tons of flavor and nutrition here. Learn how to stir fry like a healthy cooking professional with this Chinese food-inspired recipe from The California Walnut Commission.
Notes
Recipe Courtesy of the California Walnut Board
Ingredients
- Non-stick cooking spray
- 3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breast meat
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon ginger root, peeled and freshly grated (if desired)
- 3/4 cup California walnuts, chopped
- 1 bag (1 pound) frozen mixed stir fry vegetables, thawed
- Salt and black pepper, to taste (if desired)
- 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cups cooked rice
Instructions
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Cut the chicken into 1/2-inch cubes. Place in a large bowl and add the tomato sauce, soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and ginger root, if desired. Stir and toss until completely mixed. Set aside.
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Coat a wok or large skillet, preferably nonstick, with no-stick cooking spray and place over moderate heat. When hot, add the chicken mixture and stir constantly for 2 minutes. Add the walnuts and vegetables and stir constantly for 2 minutes more, or until the chicken is cooked through. Season with salt and pepper to taste, if desired.
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Transfer to a bowl or platter and sprinkle with the green onions. Serve over rice.
