Sizzling Chicken and Green Beans Stir-Fry
Today’s recipe brings the vibrant flavors and quick convenience of Asian cuisine right to your kitchen. This Chicken and Green Beans Stir-Fry is not only bursting with flavor but also healthy, using fresh ingredients and a savory sauce that’ll have you skipping takeout for good. Here’s how to whip up this delightful dish in just 30 minutes, making it the perfect dinner option for any day of the week.
Ingredients
- Vegetable Oil: 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon
- Fresh Green Beans: 2 1/2 cups, trimmed
- Chicken Breast: 1 lb, boneless skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces
- Salt and Pepper: to taste
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Low Sodium Chicken Broth: 1/4 cup
- Low Sodium Soy Sauce: 1/4 cup
- Red Pepper Flakes: 1/2 teaspoon
- Honey: 3 tablespoons
- Cornstarch: 2 teaspoons
- Water: 1 tablespoon
- Green Onions: 2 tablespoons, sliced (optional for garnish)
- Sesame Seeds: optional for garnish
Directions
- Cook Green Beans:
- Heat 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the green beans and sauté for about 5 minutes until tender. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Cook Chicken:
- In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Combine Ingredients:
- Add the minced garlic to the chicken, stirring quickly to prevent burning. Return the green beans to the pan and cook together for 2 more minutes, ensuring everything is warmed through.
- Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, and red pepper flakes.
- In another bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to form a slurry.
- Thicken the Sauce:
- Pour the soy sauce mixture over the chicken and beans. Allow to simmer for 1 minute, then stir in the cornstarch slurry. Continue cooking for another minute or until the sauce has thickened nicely.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Sprinkle the dish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for an extra touch of flavor and texture.
Nutritional Information
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 300 per serving
- Servings: 4
This Chicken and Green Beans Stir-Fry promises a delicious, nutritious meal that’s both satisfying and quick to prepare. Whether you’re looking for a new weeknight favorite or just a simple way to bring the taste of Asian cuisine home, this recipe is sure to delight. Enjoy the burst of flavors and the ease of cooking, all packed into one perfect dish!
Chicken and Green Beans Stir-Fry
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
This Chicken and Green Beans Stir-Fry is your next go-to for a quick and satisfying dinner. Combining the crispiness of freshly cooked green beans and the tender, savory bites of chicken breast, this dish is brought to life with a sweet and spicy honey-soy glaze. It’s not only packed with flavor but also offers a healthy balance of protein and vegetables, perfect for a nutritious weeknight meal.
The key to this dish lies in its simplicity and the harmony of its ingredients, making it a fantastic option for both beginner cooks and seasoned kitchen enthusiasts. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or just making dinner for the family, this stir-fry promises to deliver both on taste and visual appeal, especially when garnished with green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Ingredients
1 Tbsp + 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 1/2 cups fresh green beans
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 inch pieces
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
3 Tbsp honey
2 tsp cornstarch
1 Tbsp water
2 Tbsp green onions, optional for garnish
Sesame seeds, optional for garnish
Instructions
Heat 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the green beans and cook for about 5 minutes until tender. Remove and set aside.
Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the pan. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Add garlic and the set-aside green beans back to the pan with the chicken and cook for 2 minutes until warmed through.
In a bowl, whisk together chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, and red pepper flakes. In a separate bowl, mix the water and cornstarch.
Pour the soy sauce mixture over the chicken and beans, cook for 1 minute. Then add the cornstarch slurry and cook for another minute until the sauce thickens.
Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 300 kcal