Green Bean Chicken Stir Fry
This Green Bean Chicken Stir-Fry is a fast, vibrant dish that hits all the right notes: savory, fresh, and deeply satisfying without feeling heavy.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 12 oz green beans, trimmed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp neutral oil (avocado or vegetable)
- Sauce
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar or honey
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- Whisk sauce ingredients; set aside.
- Heat oil in a hot skillet or wok. Sear chicken 3–4 minutes until just cooked; remove.
- Add green beans; stir-fry 3–4 minutes until blistered but crisp.
- Add garlic and ginger; cook 30 seconds.
- Return chicken, add sauce, toss 1–2 minutes until glossy and thickened.
Notes
- Blanch green beans 1–2 minutes first for extra tenderness.
- Add chili crisp or red pepper flakes for heat.
- Great over rice or noodles.
This Green Bean Chicken Stir-Fry is a fast, vibrant dish that hits all the right notes: savory, fresh, and deeply satisfying without feeling heavy. Tender slices of chicken are quickly seared to lock in juiciness, then tossed with crisp-tender green beans that keep their snap and bright color.
Garlic and ginger bring warmth and aroma, while a simple soy-based sauce coats everything in a glossy, restaurant-style finish. The touch of oyster sauce adds depth, and a hint of sweetness balances the salt for a perfectly rounded bite. What makes this recipe especially lovable is its speed—it’s on the table in under 30 minutes—and its flexibility. You can swap proteins, toss in mushrooms or bell peppers, or crank up the heat if that’s your thing. It’s a reliable, crave-worthy stir-fry that works just as well for busy weeknights as it does for meal prep.
