Description
This Thai Chicken Stir Fry with Green Beans is a fast, flavorful, and healthy dish perfect for weeknight dinners. Tender chicken, crisp green beans, and vibrant vegetables are tossed in a savory-sweet Thai-inspired sauce and finished with fresh basil. It’s a quick recipe that feels like a gourmet meal, ready in under 30 minutes. Serve it over steamed rice for a complete and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
For the Stir Fry:
- 1 pound chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 1 pound green beans, trimmed
- 1/2 cup onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup water
For Garnish:
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Additional basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Sauce
- In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and chili flakes.
- Stir well until the sugar dissolves and set aside.
Cook the Chicken
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the thinly sliced chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Stir Fry the Vegetables
- Pour the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil into the skillet.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the sliced onion and red bell pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Toss in the trimmed green beans and stir fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
Combine Chicken and Sauce
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet.
- Pour in the prepared sauce and add 1/4 cup of water.
- Stir well to coat all the ingredients evenly in the sauce.
- Let the mixture cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Finish with Basil
- Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the fresh chopped basil leaves.
- Allow the heat to release the basil’s aroma, enhancing the dish’s flavor.
Serve the Dish
- Serve the Thai chicken stir fry hot over a bed of steamed jasmine rice.
- Garnish with additional basil leaves for an extra touch of color and flavor.
Notes
- Adjust Spice Level: For a spicier dish, increase the chili flakes or add a teaspoon of Sriracha to the sauce.
- Protein Alternatives: Swap chicken for shrimp, tofu, or beef strips for variety.
- Basil Options: Thai basil is ideal for its unique flavor, but regular sweet basil works well as a substitute.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Thai-Inspired