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They are mixed with a little mango chutney and sprinkled with toasted almonds before serving.

The cornstarch helps keep the chicken pieces from drying out when cooked.

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Add the chicken and marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.

Thinly slice white parts of scallions.

Julienne green parts; set aside.

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in a small bowl.

Heat remaining 2 teaspoons oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet (or wok) over medium-high heat.

Add scallion whites and julienned ginger; stir-fry 30 seconds.

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Add chicken and stir-fry until thoroughly cooked, 4 to 6 minutes.

Add scallion greens and chutney mixture; cook, stirring, 2 minutes.

Transfer to shallow bowls with hot cooked rice (or without rice, for low-carb version).

Sprinkle with toasted almond slices and serve.