How to Make Asparagus and Chicken Stir Fry

This stir fry recipe combines chicken and asparagus in a delicious oriental meal. Your family will think it's take out, but only you will know how quick and easy it was to make by following the steps below. Serve egg rolls with it to complete this wonderful dish.

Things You'll Need

• 4 - 4 Ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 cup green onions, sliced
• 2 Dozen fresh asparagus spears
• 1 Cup sliced mushrooms
• 1\2 Cup carrots, julienned
• 1/4 Cup water
• 1/3 Cup water
• 1/3 Cup soy sauce
• 1 Tablespoon light brown sugar
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Teaspoon ginger
• 1 Teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 Cups cooked rice, hot

Instructions

Making The Stir Fry

1. Cut chicken into 1 inch strips. Place into bag or bowl and add oil shaking or tossing till chicken is coated with the oil.

2. 

   Heat your wok or frying pan over medium heat and add the oiled chicken. Stir and fry until chicken is thoroughly cooked, about 4 to 6 minutes. Remove chicken and place in covered pan. Put in the green onions and cook, stirring for about a minute.

3. Add the asparagus, carrots, and mushrooms. Stir fry for another 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in 1/4 cup water and cook with cover on for 3 more minutes.

4. In a bowl, mix 1/3 cup water, brown sugar, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch. Mix well and then add to the wok. Put in chicken and continue cooking and stirring until sauce thickens.

5. Spoon stir fry over hot rice and serve. Recipe will serve 4.

Tips & Warnings

• You can also add water chestnuts or sprouts in step 3 if desired.