Healthy Stir Fry

 Many of us will want to start a new this January as we welcome the New Year in. For some of us including myself that means eating healthier. The yummy recipes that can be healthy for us as well are some of my favorites. Check out this stir fry recipe and great news it is a healthy recipe as well.

 

Chicken, veggie, and cashew stir-fry

Serves 4

• 1/2 lb chicken breast, poached and cut into 1/8-inch wide, 3-inch long strips
• 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup sliced carrots
• 1/2 cup sliced onion
• 1/2 cup sliced green pepper
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 2 cups zucchini, cut into thin strips
• 1/4 cup cashew pieces
• 1 tbs soy sauce
• 1 tbs cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water

Heat oil in a skillet and sauté the garlic for 1 minute. Add the carrots, onion, green pepper, and soy sauce, cover, and stir fry for 3 to 4 minutes. Add zucchini, bean sprouts, and cooked chicken and stir fry for 3 to 4 minutes. Mix cornstarch and water until smooth. Pour it slowly into the chicken and vegetable mixture, stirring constantly. Cook until thickened and the mixture is well coated. Toss in cashew pieces and serve with brown rice.

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