Ingredients
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 lb chicken thighs
2 medium carrots, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 small green bell pepper, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can broccoli and cheese soup
3/4 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup half-and-half
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
Directions
(From "365 To Wok" by Linda Drachman. Harper/Collins; $16.95).
In a wok, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat until hot,
swirling to coat sides of pan. Add chicken and cook, turning, until
browned all over, 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken to a plate. Pour off
fat from wok.
In same wok, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat.
Add carrots, onion, bell pepper, and garlic and stir-fry until
softened, 5-6 minutes. Return chicken to wok.
In a medium bowl, whisk together soup, chicken broth, half-and-half,
salt and pepper. Pour over chicken and vegetables. Bring ot a boil.
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until chicken is tender,
35-40 minutes.
Servings: 4 servings
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