Chicken and Green Bean Stir-Fry: Quick and Delicious Dinner!
If you’re craving a quick and satisfying meal that the whole family will love, this Chicken and Green Bean Stir-Fry is your answer! Ready in just 25 minutes, it features tender chicken and crisp green beans tossed in a savory sauce that bursts with flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish not only brings everyone to the table but also offers a healthy balance of protein and vegetables. With its vibrant colors and fresh taste, it’s an ideal recipe for both everyday dinners and special occasions alike!
- 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)
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil and stir-fry green beans for about 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Add minced garlic and ginger; sauté for one minute until fragrant.
- Return chicken to skillet. Whisk together soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Pour over chicken and green beans; stir until coated. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve over cooked rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg