Thai Chicken Stir Fry with Green Beans: A Quick and Delicious Weeknight Dinner

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Enjoy a flavorful and easy-to-make Thai chicken stir fry with green beans, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner. This dish combines tender chicken, crisp green beans, and a savory sauce for a delightful meal.

This Thai chicken stir fry with green beans is a quick and delicious meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. The combination of tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a flavorful sauce creates a dish that’s both satisfying and healthy. Pair it with steamed rice to create a satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
  • 1 lb green beans, trimmed
  • 1/2 cup onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce:
    • In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and chili flakes (if using). Stir until the sugar is dissolved and set aside.
  2. Cook the Chicken:
    • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
    • Add the thinly sliced chicken breast and cook until it is no longer pink, about 4-5 minutes.
    • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
  3. Stir Fry the Vegetables:
    • Pour the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil into the same skillet
    • Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
    • Add the sliced onion and red bell pepper. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until they begin to become tender.
    • Add the trimmed green beans and stir fry for another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Combine Chicken and Sauce:
    • Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet with the vegetables.
    • Pour in the prepared sauce and add the 1/4 cup of water.
    • Stir well to coat everything in the sauce and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly and the green beans are tender-crisp.
  5. Finish with Basil:
    • Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the fresh chopped basil leaves.
  6. Serve:
    • Serve the Thai chicken stir fry with green beans hot over steamed rice.
    • Garnish with additional basil leaves if desired.

Conclusion

This Thai chicken stir fry with green beans is a perfect combination of flavors and textures, making it an ideal choice for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner. The savory sauce, tender chicken, and crisp vegetables come together beautifully for a delicious and nutritious meal.