Ingredients

1

tablespoon oil

1

lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 3/4-inch pieces

1

cup sliced carrots

1/2

cup sliced celery

1/2

cup coarsely chopped green bell pepper

1/2

cup coarsely chopped onion

1

cup chicken broth

3

tablespoons soy sauce

2

teaspoons sugar

1/2

teaspoon garlic powder

1/2

teaspoon grated gingerroot or 1/8 teaspoon ginger

8

oz. (4 cups) fresh bean sprouts

2

tablespoons cornstarch

1/4

cup cold water

1

cup chow mein noodles

Preparation

Heat oil in large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until hot. Add chicken; cook and stir 3 to 5 minutes or until browned.

Add carrots, celery, bell pepper, onion, broth, soy sauce, sugar, garlic powder and gingerroot; mix well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender and chicken is no longer pink. Stir in bean sprouts; cook an additional 2 to 4 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

In small bowl, combine cornstarch and water; blend well. Gradually stir into mixture in skillet. Cook and stir over medium heat until sauce is bubbly and thickened. Sprinkle with chow mein noodles.