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Collard Greens Stir Fry

  • Author: Christine Pittman
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Entrée
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

DESCRIPTION

An amazing way to use that big bag of collard greens from your fridge – put them in a stir fry! It’s a quick, delicious and healthy meal.


Ingredients

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  • 2 Tbsp. honey
  • 2 Tbsp. soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp. + 1 tsp. vegetable oil, divided
  • 1/2 tsp. sesame oil
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, sliced thinly
  • 1 tsp. sesame seeds
  • 10 oz. collard greens, chopped and washed
  • 1 spring onion, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together honey and soy sauce until well combined. Set aside.
  2. In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil and the sesame oil over medium-high heat until very hot.
  3. Add the chicken. Stir often until cooked through, 4 -6 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  4. Add the remaining 1 teaspoon of oil to the skillet and then add the bell pepper, garlic, and sesame seeds.
  5. Stir and cook until pepper is al dente, 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add the greens. Cook stirring continuously until wilted, 3 minutes.
  7. Return the chicken to the skillet and add the honey mixture. Stir to heat through. Serve garnished with the spring onion.