GINGER CHICKEN

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Ginger and soy sauce lend an Asian flair to this hearty and healthy main dish. -Ben Haen, Baldwin, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 egg white, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
SAUCE:
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
STIR-FRY:
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons peanut oil, divided
1 medium green pepper, julienned
3 green onions, cut into 1-inch lengths
1/2 cup canned bamboo shoots, finely chopped
2 to 3 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the egg white, soy sauce, cornstarch and pepper. Add chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. For sauce, combine the cornstarch, vinegar, soy sauce and sugar until smooth; set aside., Drain chicken and discard marinade. In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken in 1 tablespoon oil until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm., Stir-fry green pepper and onions in remaining oil for 2 minutes. Add bamboo shoots and ginger; stir-fry 3-4 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender., Stir sauce mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add chicken and heat through. Sprinkle with almonds. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 748mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Noor Jutt
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's delicious and easy to make.


Shex Poket
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This recipe is a winner!


Ken Thomas
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I've tried several ginger chicken recipes, but this one is by far the best.


Adan Cortes
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Mr.coolargy YT
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Stella Wambui
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make, delicious, and healthy.


Marlenne Tovar Esparza
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Hamed Bhai
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This dish is a favorite in my household. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful without being too spicy.


Amariah Martinez
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out great.


Bharat Parshai
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect.


Ruquoyah Ajao
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved it.


DinoCarrot
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This dish was amazing! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


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