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Pear Walnut Chicken

1 can (15-1/4 ounces) sliced pears
1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Hot cooked rice, optional

Drain pears, reserving juice in a 1-cup measuring cup. Add enough

Printed from tasteofhome.com Sep 7, 2008

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Pear Walnut Chicken cont.

water to measure 3/4 cup. Set pears aside. In a small bowl, combine
the pear juice mixture, apple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce and
garlic powder; set aside. In a large skillet, saute chicken in oil
for 4-6 minutes or until no longer pink. Add parsley and pear juice
mixture. Cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; pour
into skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until
thickened. Stir in walnuts and pears. Serve over rice if desired.

Yield: 6 servings.