ALMOND CHICKEN STIR-FRY

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"Almonds and water chestnuts add crunch to this speedy supper," writes Denis Uhlenhake. "It's great with frozen stir-fry vegetables, too," she says of the family favorite she serves at her Ossian, Iowa home.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
3 tablespoons canola oil
1-1/2 cups fresh cauliflowerets
1-1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets
3/4 cup julienned carrots
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
3 cups chicken broth
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1/3 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup cold water
Hot cooked rice, optional
1/3 to 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken in oil until no longer pink. Stir in the vegetables, broth and soy sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook until vegetables are crisp-tender. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into chicken mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with rice if desired. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 843mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

Jutt King789
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I love the vibrant colors of this almond chicken stir-fry. It's a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds!


Pou R_i_c_h
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This almond chicken stir-fry is a great dish to serve with rice or noodles.


Alex Sk Munna
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I'm a vegetarian, so I substituted the chicken with tofu. It turned out great!


MH14XX
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This almond chicken stir-fry is a bit too oily for my taste. I would recommend using less oil.


Zaniyah Smith
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I'm allergic to almonds, so I substituted them with peanuts. It turned out great!


Malik Asif Hussain Nws AWAN
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This almond chicken stir-fry is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great dish to meal prep for the week.


Muhammad Yaseen Raza
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I made this almond chicken stir-fry in my wok and it turned out perfectly. The chicken was cooked evenly and the sauce was delicious.


Giedrius Tuminauskas (gtuminauskas)
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This almond chicken stir-fry is a bit spicy for my taste. I would recommend using less chili sauce.


Notyour Shams
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I'm not a fan of bell peppers, so I substituted them with broccoli. It turned out great!


MD Alom sha
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I love the addition of almonds to this stir-fry. They add a nice crunch and flavor.


Rubi Hamdani
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This almond chicken stir-fry is a great weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


cole lincoln
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I made this almond chicken stir-fry for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The chicken was tender and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Shahzer Khanzada
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Overall, I thought this almond chicken stir-fry was just okay. The sauce was a bit too sweet for my taste, and the chicken was a bit tough.


Isabella Hansen
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The chicken in this stir-fry was a bit dry. I think I would have preferred to use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts.


Jackson Field
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This almond chicken stir-fry was a bit too bland for my taste. I added some extra soy sauce and garlic to the sauce, which helped to improve the flavor.


Mohammad Shah Alam
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I'm not a huge fan of stir-fries, but this almond chicken stir-fry changed my mind. The sauce was so flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Qayum khan
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This recipe is a keeper! The almond chicken stir-fry was easy to make and incredibly delicious. The chicken was perfectly cooked and the sauce was amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


Mumba Gaming
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. The chicken was cooked through but still tender, and the sauce was thick and flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Mariyam Pari
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This almond chicken stir-fry was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and delicious. I especially loved the addition of the almonds, which added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this dish again