Description
This Chicken Green Bean Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful Asian-inspired dish that is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Tender chicken, crisp green beans, and a savory sauce come together in a delicious stir-fry that pairs perfectly with steamed rice or noodles.
Ingredients
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For the Stir Fry:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced thinly)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
- 2 cups green beans (trimmed)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Toss the sliced chicken with soy sauce and cornstarch. Marinate for 10–15 minutes.
- Stir-Fry Green Beans: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet, stir-fry green beans until blistered. Set aside.
- Cook Chicken: Add remaining oil, stir-fry chicken until browned. Add garlic and ginger.
- Combine Ingredients: Return green beans, add sauce mixture. Cook until thickened.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.
Notes
- Serve over steamed rice or noodles.
- Substitute green beans with broccoli or snap peas.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free soy sauce and hoisin.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
