Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1 inch pieces)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lb asparagus stalks (trimmed and cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces)
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon minced ginger
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instruction

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium high heat.
  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add the chicken to the pan in a single layer.  Cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until browned.
  • Add the asparagus to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes or until tender.
  • Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil and cornstarch.
  • Pour the sauce over the chicken and asparagus and bring to a simmer. Cook for 1-2 minutes or until sauce has thickened, then serve.