Preparation time: 30 minutes. Microwave cooking: see next recipe. This is a colorful and quickly prepared main dish, only about 300 calories per serving.

For 4 servings you will need:

1 lb. chicken breasts, skinned and bones
1 tbsp. cornstarch
2 tbsp. sherry or chicken broth
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 med. red onion, thinly sliced
2 c. broccoli flowerets
1 c. peeled broccoli stems, cut julienne
1 red or green pepper, seeded, cut into strips

SAUCE:

2 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
2 tbsp. grated fresh ginger root
1/2 c. Oriental oyster sauce
2 tbsp. soy sauce
1 tbsp. rice wine vinegar
2 tsp. granulated sugar
2 tsp. cornstarch

1. Cut chicken breasts into 1/2 inch strips. Combine cornstarch and sherry. Toss chicken with mixture.

2. Heat wok or wide skillet over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of the oil. Add half the chicken.

3. Stir fry until cooked through, about 4 minutes. Remove from pan. Add 1 tablespoon oil and remaining chicken.

4. Add onion, broccoli, bell peppers and 1 tablespoon water to the pan.

5. Stir-fry until broccoli is barely tender to the bite, 3 to 4 minutes.

6. Combine sauce ingredients and add to the pan. Cook and stir just until thickened and clear.

7. Add chicken. Stir-fry just until heated through.

8. Serve immediately.

Variation: You may substitute 2 cups of any favorite green vegetable for the broccoli such as fresh pea pods, green beans or shredded cabbage.