WEEKNIGHT CHICKEN CHOP SUEY

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If you'd like a little extra crunch with this colorful chop suey, serve with chow mein noddles. -George Utley, South Hill, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 teaspoons olive oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1-1/2 cups chopped carrots
1 cup unsweetened pineapple tidbits, drained (reserve juice)
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 medium tart apple, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup cold water, divided
3 tablespoons unsweetened pineapple juice
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 cups hot cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken, herbs and lemon zest; saute until lightly browned. Add next 5 ingredients. Stir in 3/4 cup water, pineapple juice and teriyaki sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until chicken is no longer pink and the carrots are tender, 10-15 minutes., Combine cornstarch and remaining water. Gradually stir into chicken mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 237mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic exchanges

Sohel Reja Biplob
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This recipe is not authentic Chinese food, but it's still a delicious and easy meal.


Robin Robi
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I'm not a big fan of Chinese food, but this dish was surprisingly good.


RUKSANA AKTER RUKSI
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I would love to try this recipe with different types of sauce.


Khaoula Lams
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This is a great recipe for using up leftover chicken.


Jan Janali
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I love that this recipe can be made with a variety of vegetables.


Imaobong Nkereuwem
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This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


abubakar alhassan
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Chinese food.


SAAD KHALIL
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This is a classic Chinese dish that is easy to make at home.


bishnu bashyal
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Mafer Barrera
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Shahid Lurka
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I love the fresh vegetables in this dish. It's a healthy and flavorful meal.


Jackie Diersen
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The sauce was a bit too salty for my taste, but otherwise this dish was very good.


Nisha Katuwal
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This was a delicious and easy weeknight meal. I served it over rice and it was a perfect comfort food.


Bleu ras
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I made this recipe for my friends and they all loved it! It was a great way to use up some leftover chicken.


Cody Winegardner
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This dish was just okay. The sauce was a bit too sweet for my taste and the chicken was a little dry.


Md. Ramzan Ali
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I usually add some extra vegetables, like broccoli or carrots.


Avril Arrison
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This chicken chop suey was a hit with my family! The sauce was flavorful and the chicken was tender. We will definitely be making this again.