Chicken and Green Bean Stir-Fry: Quick and Delicious Dinner!
If you’re short on time but craving a delicious and nutritious meal, this Chicken and Green Bean Stir-Fry is your go-to recipe! In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a colorful dish featuring tender chicken, crisp green beans, and a savory sauce that everyone will love. The combination of garlic and ginger adds depth to the flavor, while the fresh vegetables ensure each bite is packed with nutrients. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this stir-fry is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Serve it over rice or noodles for a satisfying dinner that feels special yet requires minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh green beans
- 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
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes), then remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil along with the trimmed green beans. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet. Sauté for an additional minute.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, then whisk together soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Pour sauce over everything in the skillet, stir well to coat, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg