"Fresh basil perfumes the sauce in Chicken and Basil Rice Bowl with Cashews and makes a pretty garnish. You can substitute chopped unsalted peanuts for the cashews as well...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
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1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind
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1 tablespoon canola oil, divided
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1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
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1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
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2 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce, divided
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1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
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1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
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1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
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2 cups broccoli florets
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1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
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2/3 cup fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth
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2 teaspoons cornstarch
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3/4 cup torn basil leaves, divided
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2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
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2 tablespoons unsalted cashews, chopped