Chicken Almond Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyMain Ingredient
Interest Group

Ingredients

 Chicken breasts2 Cup (32 tbs), sliced
 Vegetable shortening1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs)
 Bamboo shoots2 Can (20 oz), drained and diced
 Diced celery2 Cup (32 tbs)
 Water chestnuts2 Can (20 oz), drained and sliced
 Chicken broth3 Cup (48 tbs)
 Soy sauce2 Tablespoon
 Cornstarch1⁄3 Cup (5.33 tbs)
 Cold water1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)
 Almond1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs) (Toasted)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 2278 Calories from Fat 922

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 106 g163.1%

Saturated Fat 20.8 g103.8%

Trans Fat 6.8 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 3852.6 mg160.5%

Total Carbohydrates 149 g49.8%

Dietary Fiber 30.7 g122.9%

Sugars 27.9 g

Protein 187 g373.4%

Vitamin A 23.8% Vitamin C 58.5%

Calcium 36.9% Iron 65.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

In large heavy skillet, quickly cook chicken in hot vegetable shortening; use high heat and stir quickly. (Do not overcook.)
Add bamboo shoots, celery, water chestnuts, chicken broth, and soy sauce; mix thoroughly.
Bring to boiling; cover and cook 5 minutes over low heat, or until vegetables are crisp tender.
Combine cornstarch and cold water; add to chicken.
Cook and stir until mixture thickens and bubbles.
Salt to taste.
Garnish with almonds.
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