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SZECHUAN GARLIC CHICKEN
7g net carbs; 59g fat
All Fat and Carb Values Are Approximate.

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This zesty chicken dish uses sugar substitute Splenda® (Equal® is good too) for just a hint of sweetness.

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  
• 1 cup peanut oil
  
• 1/4 teaspoon cornstarch
  
• 3 tablespoons chicken stock
  
• 4 tablespoons garlic, chopped
  
• 1/3 cup water chestnuts, sliced
  
• 1/4 cup bamboo shoots, sliced
  
• 1/2 teaspoon Splenda®
  
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
  
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  
• 1/2 cup water
  
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely minced
  
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)

Szechuan marinade:

• 1 teaspoon dry sherry
  
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  
• 1 egg white
  
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• Slice the chicken breasts into strips, each approximately 2 inches by 1 inch.
  
  
• Combine marinade ingredients in a medium-sized bowl.
  
  
• Add chicken pieces and mix well, then let stand at least 20 minutes.
  
  
• Heat 1 cup oil in a wok over medium heat for one minute until hot.
  
  
• Carefully add the chicken pieces to the oil, and stir fry for four minutes until chicken is nearly cooked though (will be almost white). Be sure to stir and turn the meat constantly.
  
  
• Remove each piece of chicken from the wok, draining each well (over the wok) and then set aside.
  
  
• In a separate bowl, combine cornstarch and chicken stock to make a smooth paste.
  
  
• Set aside.
  
  
• Remove all but 4 tablespoons of oil from the wok.
  
  
• Re-heat the remaining oil in the wok for about one minute on medium heat.
  
  
• Add the pre-cooked chicken, garlic and water chestnuts and allow these ingredients to cook for about two minutes, stirring constantly.
  
  
• Next, add the Splenda, salt, soy sauce and water. Cover and cook over low heat 10 minutes.
  
  
• Add the cornstarch paste mixture and stir constantly for about one minute until the sauce thickens.
  
  
• Dress with one tablespoon of sesame oil, if desired, and serve hot.
  
  
• Serves four.

Per serving: 648 Calories; 7g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 59g Fat; 24g Protein; 53mg Cholesterol; 1349mg Sodium.
All Fat and Carb Values Are Approximate.

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