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Chicken Stir Fry with Leeks and Salt and Pepper Lettuce

Chicken and vegetables served over stir fried salt and pepper lettuce.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

  • 3 Tablespoons oil I used olive oil but they recommend peanut oil
  • 1 lb. chicken breasts thinly sliced
  • 2 leeks white and pale green parts only, cut in half lengthwise then cut into 1/2 inch half moons
  • 1 bell pepper chopped
  • 2 c. broccoli florets
  • salt and pepper
  • 2 inch piece of garlic grated
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/3 c. hoisin sauce
  • 1/4 c. soy sauce
  • 1/4 c. beef stock
  • 1 Tablespoon rice wine vinegar
  • 1 head iceberg lettuce cut into 1/2 inch strips
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil

Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons oil then add in the chicken. Stir fry for 3-5 minutes or until no pink is showing.
  • Add in the leeks, pepper, and broccoli and cook for 3-4 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Add the ginger and garlic and cook for about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the hoisin, soy sauce, beef stock, and vinegar. Cook for one minute then transfer to a bowl.
  • Add in the remaining tablespoon of oil and add the lettuce. Stir fry for 1 minute or until just wilted.
  • Add in the sesame oil and salt and pepper. Stir and remove from heat.
  • Place the wilted lettuce on 4 plates and top with the chicken and vegetable mixture.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Rachael Ray Magazine