Spicy Chicken with Broccoli

Ready-to-use chicken breast tenders simplify this spicy treat!

Prep Time: 25 min
Total Time: 50 min
Makes: 4 servings

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1	package (15 ounces) chicken breast tenders (not breaded)
2	teaspoons cornstarch
1/2	teaspoon salt
1/4	teaspoon white pepper
1	pound broccoli
3	tablespoons chili or vegetable oil
1	hot fresh green chili, cut into very thin slices
2	tablespoons brown bean sauce
2	teaspoons finely chopped garlic
1	teaspoon sugar
1	teaspoon finely chopped gingerroot
3	green onions, cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces

1.	Mix chicken, cornstarch, salt and white pepper in medium bowl. Cover and refrigerate 20 minutes.
2.	Peel outer layer from broccoli. Cut broccoli lengthwise into 1-inch stems; remove flowerets. Cut stems diagonally into 1/4-inch slices. Place broccoli flowerets and stems in boiling water; heat to boiling. Cover and cook 1 minute; drain. Immediately rinse with cold water; drain.
3.	Heat wok or 12-inch skillet over high heat. Add oil; rotate wok to coat side. Add chili, brown bean sauce, garlic, sugar and gingerroot; stir-fry 10 seconds. Add chicken; stir-fry about 2 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center. Add broccoli and onions; stir-fry about 1 minute or until broccoli is heated through.

Health Twist

For 9 grams of fat and 250 calories per serving, decrease the oil to 1 tablespoon and use a nonstick wok or skillet.

Time Saver

Using minced or ground gingerroot from the jar makes for one less ingredient to chop. Look for it in the produce section of your grocery store.

Success

Wear rubber gloves when working with chilies to prevent the burning oils from irritating your skin or eyes. If you prefer a milder taste, cut the chili in half and remove the membranes and seeds before slicing.

Nutrition Information:

1 Serving: Calories 225 (Calories from Fat 125 ); Total Fat 14 g (Saturated Fat 3 g); Cholesterol 65 mg; Sodium 470 mg; Total Carbohydrate 9 g (Dietary Fiber 3 g); Protein 26 g Percent Daily Value*: Vitamin A 22 %; Vitamin C 78 %; Calcium 6 %; Iron 10 % Exchanges: 2 Vegetable; 3 Lean Meat; 1 Fat
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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