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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Canned pears add a sweet touch to this skillet entree. Ingredients:
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) sliced pears |
1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice |
1/4 cup packed brown sugar |
3 tablespoons soy sauce |
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder |
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes |
3 tablespoons canola oil |
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley |
2 tablespoons cornstarch |
1/4 cup cold water |
1/2 cup chopped walnuts |
hot cooked rice, optional |
Directions:
1. Drain pears, reserving juice in a 1-cup measuring cup. Add enough water to measure 3/4 cup. Set pears aside. In a small bowl, combine the pear juice mixture, apple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce and garlic powder; set aside.
2. In a large skillet, saute chicken in oil for 4-6 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Add parsley and pear juice mixture. Cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until heated through, stirring occasionally.
3. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; gradually pour into skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Stir in walnuts and pears. Serve with rice if desired. Yield: 6 servings.
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