Cilantro Chicken with Peanuts

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Simple chicken stir-fry with napa cabbage. Garnish with cilantro sprigs and lime wedges if desired.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons canola oil

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips

  • 1 ounce honey-roasted peanuts

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger

  • ¼ cup sliced green onions

  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce

  • 2 teaspoons rice vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

  • 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

  • 4 cups shredded napa cabbage

Directions

  1. Heat canola oil in a heavy 10-inch skillet over high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in peanuts, garlic, and ginger. Cook until chicken is no longer pink, about 3 minutes.

  2. Add green onions, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes more. Remove from heat. Stir in cilantro.

  3. Spoon chicken stir-fry over cabbage to serve.

Cook's Note:

Feel free to substitute 2 cups hot cooked brown rice for the napa cabbage if you like.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

217 Calories
8g Fat
7g Carbs
28g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 217
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g 11%
Saturated Fat 2g 8%
Cholesterol 65mg 22%
Sodium 238mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate 7g 3%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 28g 55%
Vitamin C 26mg 29%
Calcium 89mg 7%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 530mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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