Chicken, Mushroom, and Walnut Stir-Fry

We love stir-fry.

• Ready In: 39 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup  vegetable oil
• 1⁄2 cup walnut pieces
• 2  boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into bite-size pieces (about 1 lb.)
• 8  ounces mushrooms, thinly sliced
•  fresh ground black pepper
• 2  teaspoons cornstarch
• 3  tablespoons soy sauce, plus more for serving
• 3⁄4 cup long-grain white rice, cooked according to package directions (2 1/4 c. cooked)

Directions

1. In a wok or large skillet over med-high heat add the oil.
2. When the oil is hot, add the walnuts and stir-fry until lightly browned, 2-3 minutes.
3. With a slotted spoon, remove the walnuts and set aside.
4. Add the chicken and mushrooms to the skillet, and stir-fry until the chicken is cooked through and the mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the pepper to taste.
6. In a small bowl, blend together the cornstarch and soy sauce.
7. Add to the chicken and mushroom mixture and stir constantly until thickened, about 1 minute.
8. Remove from the heat and stir in the walnuts; taste and adjust seasoning with salt/pepper.
9. Serve over the rice.