Pat's Broccoli and Chicken Stir-Fry

Another day of Sunday snow.  I am keeping my fingers crossed that the world is less snowy in the morning so I can head in and see my grandson.  It was a busy Sunday and we ate dinner rather late.  I was happy I had a quick meal planned for the evening.  I had some broccoli from last week's grocery run that was ideal for stir fry.  Chicken thighs were on sale.  They are such a good bargain; and way more flavorful than white meat when making casseroles or stir fry.  We were out and about all day; I was so tempted to bag making something and just stop for take-out..  But, honestly, it is so cold and the day was long, that I couldn't wait to get home.  From start to finish about 20 minutes for this recipe. I typed in what I had on the Food Network website and I was a little startled to find this asian inspired recipe from the southern favorites, the Neeleys!

Pat's Broccoli and Chicken Stir Fry

2 T. Soy sauce
1 T. orange juice
1 T. light brown sugar
1 T. rice wine vinegar
1/2 T. cornstarch
1/2 T. sesame oil
1/2-1 tsp. red pepper flakes depending on taste
1 T. peanut oil
1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut in small pieces
2 T. fresh ginger, chopped
4 cloves of garlic minced
4 green onions sliced
4 c. precooked broccoli florets-I simply steamed in the microwave for 3 minutes with a few tablespoons of water.

Hot cooked rice for serving.

Heat the oil in a wok or skillet.  Brown off the chicken.

Remove from the pan.  Add a bit more oil if necessary.  Saute the garlic, ginger and green onions until fragrant, about a minute.

Place the chicken back in, along with the broccoli.

Mix the soy sauce, orange juice, sugar, vinegar, and cornstarch with a whisk.

Pour over chicken and vegetables.  Stir until thickened.  Serve over a scoop of rice.

I used fresh orange juice and served the extra slices with our meal.  I am so glad I didn't waste my mulligan tonight.  This was quick, inexpensive, fresh and healthy.  This was one of those Sundays you simply want to call it an early night before heading into the next week.  Give me the remote, the Olympics and the rest of the night off!