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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Cut calories and sodium by making this takeout favorite at home. This recipe delivers authentic flavor in less than 30 minutes. Ingredients:
2 tablespoons dark sesame oil |
1 cup chopped onion |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces |
3/4 cup water |
3 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce |
2 teaspoons cornstarch |
1 teaspoon brown sugar |
1/2 teaspoon bottled minced ginger |
1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper |
1 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper (about 1 large pepper) |
1 cup snow peas, trimmed |
2 tablespoons chopped unsalted, dry-roasted peanuts |
Directions:
1. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion to pan; sauté 3 minutes or until softened. Add garlic; sauté 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add chicken; sauté 3 minutes or until chicken begins to brown.
2. Combine 3/4 cup water and the next 5 ingredients (through crushed red pepper), stirring with a whisk until sugar dissolves. Add water mixture to pan; bring to a boil. Add bell pepper and snow peas to pan; cook for 2 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender and sauce thickens. Sprinkle with nuts.
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