Chicken and Green Bean Stir Fry

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Chicken and Green Bean Stir Fry:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
• 2 cups fresh green beans, trimmed
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (such as canola or peanut oil)
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1/4 cup chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
• Cooked rice or noodles for serving

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Sauce:
   • In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and sugar. Set aside.
2. Marinate the Chicken:
   • In another small bowl, combine the chicken slices with 1 teaspoon of cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of the prepared sauce. Mix well and let it marinate for about 10-15 minutes.
3. Cook the Chicken:
   • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
   • In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
   • Add the onion, bell pepper, and green beans to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Combine and Finish:
   • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Pour in the remaining sauce and add the chicken broth. Stir well to combine.
   • Let it cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is well-coated with the sauce and heated through.
6. Serve:
   • Serve the stir-fry hot over cooked rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.

Enjoy your Chicken and Green Bean Stir Fry!