HALFTIME STIR-FRY
1 cup pineapple-orange juice 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil 1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar 1 tablespoon cornstarch 2 teaspoons fresh grated ginger root 1 clove garlic, minced 1 teaspoon fresh grated lemon peel 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1- inch pieces 6 cups cooked rice, cooked in chicken broth and chilled 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 3 cups chopped or julienned fresh vegetables, such as snow peas, carrots, celery, broccoli, red or green bell pepper 1 cup cashews 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
Combine juice, teriyaki sauce, sesame oil, vinegar, cornstarch, ginger root, garlic and lemon peel in a large bowl; add chicken, cover and marinate in refrigerator for one hour or overnight.
Prepare and chill rice.
WHEN READY TO COOK: Drain chicken, reserving marinade.
Heat oil in a large wok over medium-high heat until hot. Add chicken; stir-fry 7 to 10 minutes or until chicken is brown and thoroughly cooked. Remove chicken, set aside.
Add vegetables, cook 3 to 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
Add rice, reserved chicken, cashews and green onions. Stir reserved marinade; pour over mixture. Cook and stir 3 to 4 minutes or until mixture thickens and is thoroughly heated.
Makes 6-8 servings From: Recipelink.com Source: USA Rice Council, not dated |