Chicken and Green Bean Stir Fry: A Deliciously Simple Weeknight Dinner
Chicken and Green Bean Stir Fry: A Deliciously Simple Weeknight Dinner is the perfect solution for busy families looking for a nutritious yet satisfying meal. This quick stir fry combines tender, crispy chicken with fresh green beans and vibrant bell peppers, all tossed in a flavorful sweet chili sauce. In just 30 minutes, you can create a colorful dish that appeals to both kids and adults alike. The best part? It’s made in one pan, making cleanup a breeze! Whether served over rice or as lettuce wraps, this versatile recipe allows for endless customization based on your family’s preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup steamed green beans
- 1/4 tsp ginger (optional)
- 1 1/4 cups sweet chili sauce
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cubed chicken with vegetable oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dust chicken with cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Heat oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy; remove from skillet.
- Sauté sliced bell peppers until tender; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Return chicken to the skillet; mix in green beans, sweet chili sauce, sesame oil, ginger (if using), and crushed red pepper. Stir well.
- Serve hot over rice or use as filling for lettuce wraps.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg