Chicken and Green Bean Stir-Fry
If you’re searching for a meal that combines comfort, flavor, and speed, look no further than this Chicken and Green Bean Stir-Fry. This quick and delicious dinner is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something nutritious without spending hours in the kitchen. Tender strips of chicken meet vibrant, crisp green beans in a savory honey-soy sauce that brings everything together beautifully. In just 25 minutes, you can create a family-friendly dish that’s sure to please everyone at the table. It’s versatile too; feel free to customize it with whatever veggies or proteins you have on hand. Get ready to enjoy a wholesome meal that’s as satisfying as it is effortless!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced into thin strips)
- 2 cups fresh green beans (trimmed)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil and stir-fry green beans for about 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Add minced garlic and ginger to the green beans and sauté for an additional minute.
- Return the chicken to the skillet. Whisk together soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and optional red pepper flakes in a bowl, then pour over the stir-fry. Stir well and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve over cooked rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 712mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 73mg