Green Chicken Stir Fry

Green Chicken Stir Fry

A stir fry recipe to make you fall in love with "green."
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Course: Main Course
Phase: Phase 1
DF/DFM: DF
Servings: 4

Equipment

  • Sauté pan with a lid: http://amzn.to/2FrcUVt

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed
  • 1 c. cilantro
  • 1/2 c. basil
  • 6 cloves garlic peeled
  • 1/2 c. olive oil
  • 1.5 tsp salt divided
  • 1 bunch (about 20 spears asparagus), reedy bottoms trimmed and remainder cut into quarters
  • 3 c. kale torn into bite-sized leaves
  • 2 tsp red wine vinegar

Instructions

  • In a food processor, add the 1 c. cilantro, 1/2 c. basil, 6 cloves peeled garlic, 1/2 c. olive oil, and 1 tsp salt and purée.
  • In a bowl, combine the chicken and the herb dressing.
  • In a large sauté pan with a lid, cook the chicken for about 10 minutes over medium-high heat.
  • Add the asparagus, kale, 2 tsp vinegar, and remaining 1/2 tsp salt.
  • Cover with a lid and continue to cook for another 10 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender.

Nutrition

Calcium: 375mg | Vitamin C: 236mg | Vitamin A: 23278IU | Fiber: 2g | Potassium: 1921mg | Fat: 39g | Protein: 48g | Carbohydrates: 11.5g | Iron: 6mg