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Washington Apple and Chicken Stir-Fry
A quick and flavorful stir-fry combining tender chicken, crisp apples, and vibrant vegetables, all coated in a savory sauce.
Ingredients
Vegetables and Fruits
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 lb. chicken breast or thigh strips
- 1 large Fuji Washington apple, julienned
- ½ onion onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper red bell pepper, julienned
- 1 cup snap-peas, trimmed
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
For the sauce
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 ½ tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with water for thickening
Instructions
- Whisk soy sauce, honey, vinegar, and cornstarch slurry in a small bowl to make the sauce. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining oil, cook onion until translucent, then add garlic and ginger, stirring until fragrant.
- Add apples, bell peppers, and snap peas; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.
- Return chicken to skillet, pour sauce over, and toss to coat. Cook 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens.
Notes
Serve hot over steamed rice and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.