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[font "Times New Roman, Times, serif"][#660066][size 5]10-Minute Italian Chicken Stir-Fry[/size][/#660066][/font] [font "Times New Roman, Times, serif"][#660066][size 4]Ingredients:[/size][/#660066][/font]
1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
3/4 lb. skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut in 3/4-inch pieces
1 16-oz. bag frozen mixed vegetables with peppers and zucchini
1 tsp. finely minced garlic
1/2 cup pre-sliced, fresh mushrooms
1 tsp. dried basil
1 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 cup fat-free, reduced sodium chicken broth
2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 cups cooked instant brown rice [font "Times New Roman, Times, serif"][#660066][size 4]Instructions:[/size][/#660066][/font]
Place large skillet over high heat. Add oil, swirl to coat pan and heat oil until very hot. Add chicken and stir-fry until it loses pink color. With slotted spoon, remove chicken from pan and set aside. Add vegetables and garlic to pan. Stir-fry until garlic is fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add mushrooms. Stir-fry another 2 minutes. Return chicken to pan. Add basil, oregano and chicken broth. Stir-fry until chicken is opaque throughout, about 4 minutes. Add cheese and toss. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately over brown rice, including juices from pan. [font "Times New Roman, Times, serif"][#660066][size 4]Nutritional Information:[/size][/#660066][/font]
Makes 4 servings. Per serving: 316 calories, 7 g. total fat (1 g. saturated fat), 27 g. carbohydrate, 27 g. protein, 6 g. dietary fiber, 244 mg. sodium.