Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 40 mins | Yield: 4 Servings
This dish is so good! Lunch or dinner will be awesome again with this Chicken and Green Bean Stir Fry!
Ingredients:
Chicken:
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into cubes
3 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ c vegetable oil plus 2 tablespoons or more as needed
Vegetables:
2 bell peppers sliced
1 c steamed green beans in a bag
½ tablespoon garlic cloves minced
¼ teaspoon ginger (optional)
Seasonings:
1 teaspoon garlic powder (add more for taste)
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
⅛ teaspoon sesame oil
1 ¼ c sweet chilli Sauce
Directions:
Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, add in the sliced chicken, 1 tablespoon of oil,½ teaspoon salt & pepper, and garlic powder. Rub the chicken with the seasonings until well coated.
Step 2: Add in the cornstarch and toss the chicken until well mixed.
Step 3: Place a large skillet on the stove and turn the heat to medium-high.
Step 4: Add in 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil and allow it to become hot.
Step 5: Add the chicken in batches and cook until golden brown. Make sure to add more oil if needed.
Step 6: Remove the chicken from the skillet onto a clean plate.
Step 7: Sauté the bell peppers until translucent.
Step 8: Add in the minced garlic and cook until aromatic.
Step 9: Put the chicken back in the skillet as well as the sweet chilli sauce, green beans, ginger, crushed red peppers, and sesame oil. Stir until well mixed and hot.
Step 10: Remove from the heat and serve right away. Enjoy!
Notes:
Trim the ends if using fresh green beans.
Feel free to use your preferred brand of brand chilli sauce.
Make sure to use room temperature chicken. I recommend using chicken thighs.
Make sure to flip the chicken when cooking for a crispier texture.
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