Stir-Fried Basil Chicken
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Fresh basil is a standout in this easy-to- make entree from Mildred Sherrer, a field editor in Fort Worth, Texas.
SERVINGS: 4
CATEGORY: Main Dish
METHOD: Stir-Fry
TIME: Prep: 15 min. + marinating Cook: 10 min.
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1-3/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 6 teaspoons canola oil, divided
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 6 cups sliced bok choy
- 1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
Directions:
In a large resealable bag, combine the water, soy sauce and sugar; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
In a wok or skillet, stir-fry the onions in 1 teaspoon oil until crisp-tender. Stir in the garlic and pepper flakes; cook and stir for 1 minute. Remove and keep warm.
Drain and discard any marinade from chicken. In the same wok, stir-fry the chicken in 3 teaspoons oil for 4-5 minutes or until juices run clear. Meanwhile, in another skillet, saute the bok choy in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Add onion mixture to chicken. Stir in basil; heat through. Serve over bok choy. Yield: 4 servings.