Cilantro Chicken with Peanuts

Description

To cut back on sugar use plain peanuts instead of honey roasted. Use cabbage instead of rice for better fiber and general nutrition.

• Contributed by Gloria at Healthy Recipes For Diabetic Friends Y-Group
• Source: Better Homes and Gardens
• Prep: 10 minutes | Cook: 7 minutes
• Makes 4 Servings

Ingredients

• 2 tsp roasted peanut oil
• 1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 oz honey-roasted peanuts (¼ cup)
• 1 to 2 dried red chili peppers, crushed
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 2 tsp rice vinegar
• 1½ cups fresh cilantro leaves
• 4 cups finely shredded napa cabbage or 2 cups hot cooked rice

Directions

1. Heat roasted peanut oil in a 10-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add chicken.
3. Cook and stir for 2 minutes.
4. Add peanuts and crushed pepper.
5. Cook and stir 3 minutes more or until chicken is just cooked through.
6. Add soy sauce,sesame oil, and vinegar.
7. Cook and stir 2 minutes more.
8. Remove from heat.
9. Stir in cilantro.
10. Spoon over cabbage or rice.
11. Serve immediately.

Nutritional information

Facts Per Serving:

• 254 calories | 8g total fat | 1g saturated fat | 49mg cholesterol | 322mg sodium | 20g carbs | 4g fiber | 25g protein