Ginger Sesame Chicken

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Andrew C. | February 18th, 2024

Recipe of Chinese

Ingredients:

Qty	Unit	Ingredient
1	package	Brown gravy mix
1 3/4	cups	Water » divided	Water Water, the essence of life, is a transparent, tasteless, and odorless liquid that covers about 71% of the Earth's surface. Its neutral flavor allows other ingredients to shine while enhancing the overall texture Read more...
1	tablespoon	Honey	Honey Honey - pronounced 'HUHN-ee' is a sweet substance produced by bees from the nectar of flowers. It's a natural sweetener that has been used for thousands of years, not just for its sweetness Read more...
2	halved	Chicken breasts
2	tablespoons	Vegetable Oil » divided	Vegetable Oil Vegetable oil, pronounced 'VEJ-tuh-buhl oil', is a staple in many kitchens, made from the extraction or chemical treatment of seeds and other plant parts. It's a neutral-flavored oil used for cooking, frying, and Read more...
2	cloves	Garlic » minced	Garlic Garlic is a mighty ingredient that adds depth and flavor to a wide range of dishes. Whether you're tossing it into a pasta sauce, roasting it to spread on bread, or using it Read more...
2	teaspoons	Ginger » grated
1	medium	Green Onions » julienne
2	stalks	Celery » julienne	Celery Celery is a crunchy, fibrous vegetable with a distinctive, slightly bitter taste, often used in salads, soups, and as a flavoring base in cooking. It's a staple in many kitchens, is known for its Read more...
2	medium	Carrots » julienne	Carrots Carrots, pronounced KAR-uts, are a root vegetable known for their vibrant orange color, although they can also be found in purple, yellow, white, and red varieties. Crunchy, sweet, and highly nutritious, carrots are used Read more...
1	cup	Mushrooms » sliced
1	bunch	Snow peas » julienned
1/4	cup	Dry Sherry » or chicken broth
12	ounces	Penne Pasta
2	tablespoons	Sesame Seeds » toasted

Prep Time	Process Time	Overall Time
30 Minutes	20 Minutes	50 minutes

Directions:

- Chicken should be skinless, boneless, cut into strips.

1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Set aside.

2. Whisk together gravy mix, 1/2 cup water, and honey until smooth. Set aside.

3. Stir-fry chicken strips in 1 tablespoon hot vegetable oil in a large skillet 3 to 5 minutes.

4. Remove from skillet, and keep warm.

5. In the same skillet, stir-fry garlic and ginger in remaining 1 tablespoon oil in skillet for 1 minute.

6. Add green onions, celery, carrot, and stir-fry 2 minutes.

7. Add mushrooms and stir-fry 2 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender.

8. Stir in pre-cooked chicken.

9. Pour remaining 1-1/4 cups water and sherry over chicken mixture.

10. Bring to a boil, stirring often.

11. Add gravy mixture; cook, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens.

12. Serve over cooked pasta, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Submitted by Andrew C. | February 18th, 2024 See all of Andrew C.'s Recipes.

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