Easy Garlic Parmesan Pecan Stirfry...

Fat has been made out to be quite the villain in the food world. As a result people limit the fat in their meals. But not all fat is created equal. Some types are actual beneficial to your health and waistline. Missing this 'good fat' not only means you miss out on the health bonuses but you also miss out on a lot of flavour! (More on the bonuses of fat in the days to come!)
One great way to add healthy fats to a meal is to cook with good quality extra virgin olive oil. Another way is to add nuts to your cooking. Even better? Do both! In this recipe, the combination of the pecans, olive oil and parmesan makes it one you shouldn't miss!

Easy Garlic Parmesan Pecan Stirfry - makes 1 serving

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
1 clove of garlic
1 tbsp of grated parmesan (I use the PC blue menu parmesan)
7-8 dry roasted pecan halves
3 oz of cooked boneless skinless chicken breast in small pieces
10-12 asparagus spears, cut into thirds

1) Heat pan to med-high heat.
2) Add tsp of oil and continue heating for a couple of minutes.
3) Add minced clove of garlic and crumbled pecan halves to the oil. As they are browning, steam your asparagus (another great time to use those ziploc steam bags)
4) After a couple of minutes, throw in your asparagus, chicken & parmesan. Stir will in the oil mixture until well coated.
5) Let cook for 5-10 minutes - the parmesan should be slightly browned and the pecans toasted.

Calories - 319, fat 17g, carbohydrates 9g, protein 35g

It was so good....I might have had it twice today :)