Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry
INGREDIENTS:
1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon vegetable oil divided use
1 cup thinly sliced peeled carrots
2 cups broccoli florets
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
4 cloves garlic minced
1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth or water
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons cornstarch
salt and pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS:
-Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a large pan over medium heat.
-Add the broccoli and carrots and cook for approximately 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
-Remove the vegetables from the pan; place them on a plate and cover.
-Wipe the pan clean with a paper towel and turn the heat to high.
-Add the remaining tablespoon of oil.
-Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper and add them to the pan in a single layer – you may need to do this step in batches. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
-Add the garlic to the pan and cook for 30 seconds.
-Add the vegetables back to the pan and cook for 2 more minutes or until the vegetables are warmed through.
-In a bowl whisk together the chicken broth, honey and soy sauce.
-In a small bowl mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water.
-Pour the soy sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables; cook for 30 seconds.
-Add the cornstarch and bring to a boil; cook for 1 more minute or until sauce has just started to thicken.
-Serve immediately, with rice if desired.
