Description
Indulge in this Chicken and Green Bean Stir Fry, a vibrant dish that effortlessly merges crispy chicken with fresh green beans, all coated in a rich sweet chili sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this quick recipe takes just 40 minutes to prepare, ensuring you spend less time cooking and more time enjoying your meal. Not only is it packed with flavor, but it’s also a healthier choice with lean chicken thighs and nutrient-rich vegetables. The versatility of this dish allows you to experiment with different proteins or veggies based on what you have available. Whether served over rice, noodles, or in lettuce wraps, this stir fry is sure to satisfy the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 bell peppers
- 1 cup steamed green beans
- 1/2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix diced chicken with oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cornstarch until well coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat; cook chicken in small batches until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove chicken and sauté sliced bell peppers in the same pan until tender; add minced garlic.
- Return chicken to the skillet along with steamed green beans, sweet chili sauce, sesame oil (optional), ginger (optional), and crushed red pepper; stir until heated through.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles for a delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg