CHINESE TAKEOUT-ON-A-STICK

I like to serve this chicken and broccoli with rice, along with a side of pineapple or other fresh fruit. Leftovers (if there are any) are great the next day when used in a salad or wrapped in a flour tortilla with a little mayonnaise.

—BETHANY SEELEY WARWICK, RI



START TO FINISH: 30 MIN. MAKES: 4 SERVINGS


3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce

3 tablespoons sesame oil

4 teaspoons brown sugar

4 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot

2 garlic cloves, minced

1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes

3 cups fresh broccoli florets

1. In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients; remove and set aside 3 tablespoons for basting.

2. Add chicken to remaining soy sauce mixture; toss to coat. On four metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread chicken and broccoli.

3. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub onto grill rack to coat lightly.

4. Grill skewers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 10-15 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink, turning occasionally; baste with reserved soy mixture during the last 4 minutes of cooking.