Lunch: Chicken-and-Veggie Stir-fry

Colorful and flavorful chicken and vegetable stir-fry is a delight for the eyes as well as the taste buds with its vibrant array of yellow squash, red bell pepper, broccolini and green onions. No time to cook? Busy weeknights are no match for this stir-fr

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Broccoli, Chicken Breast

Health and fertility benefits of Chicken-and-Veggie Stir-fry

Broccoli is one of the non-starchy vegetables that has a very low glycemic index (GI), which is beneficial for reducing blood sugar levels. Broccoli is also a source of DIM (Diindolymethane). Diindolymethane is very effective in reducing the testosterone levels in the body, an action that would automatically curb male dominant features and regulate the estrogen levels in the system. Skinless chicken breast is an excellent source of the protein, as its contains 21 grams of protein for every 100 grams of breast. Additionally, chicken contains ample amounts of vitamin B6, which serves a vital function in helping to reduce the stressors that cause PCOS. Vitamin B6 help keeps your hormones at balanced levels, which is very helpful for those seeking to stem the flow of excessive testosterone and androgen

Ingredients

1 pound skinned and boned chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup cornstarch
4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1/2 pound Broccolini, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup chicken broth, divided
1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 small yellow squash, thinly sliced into half moons
1/4 cup sliced green onions
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon Asian chili-garlic sauce
Hot cooked rice

Instructions

Sprinkle chicken with salt; toss with 1/4 cup cornstarch.
Stir-fry chicken in 3 Tbsp. hot oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat 5 to 6 minutes or until golden brown and done. Transfer to a plate, using a slotted spoon; keep warm. Add Broccolini and 1/4 cup broth; cover and cook 1 to 2 minutes or until crisp-tender. Transfer to plate with chicken, using slotted spoon.
Add remaining 1 Tbsp. oil to skillet. Sauté bell pepper and next 2 ingredients in hot oil 2 minutes or until crisp-tender.
Whisk together 2 tsp. cornstarch and remaining 3/4 cup broth until cornstarch dissolves. Add broth mixture, chicken, and Broccolini (with any accumulated juices) to bell pepper mixture in skillet. Cook, stirring often, 1 minute or until liquid thickens. Stir in lime juice and next 2 ingredients. Serve over hot cooked rice.

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