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Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry

SUBMITTED BY: Michelle McWilliams

"'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.'"
PREP TIME  30 Min
READY IN  30 Min

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INGREDIENTS

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

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a 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.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 19, 2008 by jessibird
This was an quick and easy recipe. I made it even quicker for those nights when you don't... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 23, 2007 by Stephanie H.
Very good with slight changes. First, I don't like really crunchy broccoli so I steamed it... MORE
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Reviewed on Feb. 7, 2008 by Raz
I love this recipe to bits! I didn't use the peas or broccoli as I'm not a fan. It was so easy... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 22, 2008 by Crystal Clear
This was good- Simple enough. Goes well with brown rice. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 2, 2007 by Kansas555
This is an excellent dish. I omitted the peppers because no one in my family likes them, but... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 7, 2008 by Reem
<3 This was so easy to make! I cook the veggies till they ewere soft and I didn't use the peas... MORE
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Reviewed on Oct. 24, 2007 by carymolyneux
The sauce was great and thick enough to have over rice. Our two small toddlers really liked it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 20, 2007 by Jenny B
This was a good stir fry recipe. When I made it, I thought the liquid part would be way too... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 16, 2007 by Nona
I used some orange and yellow peppers and added garlix salt. It was yummy! MORE
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Reviewed on Feb. 21, 2007 by Saved By Grace