1 4 chicken breasts* -- skinne
Directions
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1 1/2 TB White-wine vinegar
3 TB Cornstarch
1 ts Sugar
1 TB Vegetable oil
1/4 c Water
3 Cloves garlic -- minced
6 Green onions -- cut into 1"
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5 TB Soy sauce (low salt)
1/8 ts Cayenne or to taste
Cut chicken *(these are 1/2 breasts, as you buy them in the market)
into 1 1/2 inch cubes. Lightly toss with cornstarch in bag to coat.
Heat oil in skillet or wok; stir-fry chicken and garlic until lightly
browned. Add soy sauce, vinegar, sugar and water. Cover and cook 3
minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Add green onions and
cayenne; cook uncovered about 2 minutes longer.
221 calories per serving.
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Servings: 4 servings
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