Happy Valentine's Day! - Mouse Slippers + Curry Chicken Broccoli

I was very happily surprised when A gave me these Marc by Marc Jacobs Sleeping Mouse Slippers for Valentine's Day because I've been wanting them but couldn't justify spending so much on a pair of slippers. I'm very touched and love how cute they are. They're also super warm and comfy of course. He also crossed a few more things off my wish list - cute fox ring holders and a handy key stand for my iPhone that also has an app that lets you take photos with the clap of your hands. :)

Left to right: Umbra Zoola Fox Ring holder, Marc by Marc Jacobs Sleeping Mouse Slippers, Keyprop Keychain Stand.

A and I have decided to stay in and cook together this Valentine's Day. If you're doing the same, here's an easy but delicious recipe for curry chicken and broccoli:

BRIETTA'S CURRY CHICKEN RECIPE

Ingredients:
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons curry powder
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
2 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1 cup sliced fresh carrots
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
4 green onions, thinly sliced

Directions:
1. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, curry and red pepper flakes. Stir in broth and soy sauce until smooth; set aside.
2. In a large nonstick skillet or wok coated with cooking spray, stir-fry chicken in 1 teaspoon oil for 5-6 minutes or until no longer pink. remove an dkeep warm.
3. In the same pan, stir-fry carrots and garlic in remaining oil for 1 minute. Add broccoli; cook for 2 minutes. Add onions; cook 1-2 minutes longer.
4. Stir broth mixture ad stir into vegetables. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Return chicken to the pan; heat through.

Serves 4.
Nutrition per serving:
194 calories
5g fat (1g saturated)
63 mg cholesterol
389 mg sodium
10 g carbohydrate
3 g fiber
26 g protein


Leaving you with the fortune cookie quote, "If you think you can do a thing or think you can't do a thing, you're right."

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