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Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry with Peanuts

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On the table in just minutes, this one-bowl Asian meal beats delivery: It's faster, tastier, and better for you.

Everyday Food, March 2009 http://www.marthastewart.com/317515/spicy-chicken-stir-fry-with-peanuts
  • Prep Time 15 minutes
  • Total Time 15 minutes
  • Serves 1

Ingredients

    • 1 teaspoon peanut oil
    • 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast half (6 to 8 ounces), thinly sliced crosswise
    • 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
    • 1/2 to 1 serrano or jalapeno chile, thinly sliced crosswise
    • 4 ounces snow peas (about 1 1/2 cups), stem ends trimmed
    • Coarse salt and ground pepper
    • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
    • 1 tablespoon chopped roasted peanuts
    • 1/4 cup basil leaves, torn (optional)

Directions

  1. In a medium nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add chicken; cook until browned on one side, 2 to 3 minutes.
  2. Add garlic, chile, snow peas, and 2 tablespoons water; cook until chicken is opaque throughout, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; stir in lime juice, peanuts, and if using, basil.

Cook's Note

Freeze any extra chicken breasts for your next stir-fry; thaw in the fridge before using. For more spice, use a serrano chile -- it's hotter than a jalapeno. Both are available in red and green. For less heat, remove the ribs and seeds before slicing.

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