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Sesame Chicken Green Bean Stir Fry

Sesame Chicken Green Bean Stir Fry

The ultimate weeknight dinner that’s quick, easy, and packed with flavor! Sesame Chicken Green Bean Stir Fry combines tender chicken with crisp vegetables in a savory sauce, making it a family favorite. This dish is not only delicious but also healthy and satisfying. Give it a try tonight!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons coconut sugar or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil (preferably toasted sesame oil)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ tablespoon arrowroot starch (or cornstarch)
  • ½ tablespoon sesame oil (preferably toasted sesame oil)
  • 1 pound lean ground chicken (or ground turkey)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Freshly ground salt and pepper
  • ½ tablespoon toasted sesame oil (preferably toasted sesame oil)
  • 2 large carrots, thinly sliced
  • 1 white onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 12 ounces fresh green beans, trimmed and cut in half
  • ½ cup roasted cashews, chopped
  • Scallions (green part of the onion only)
  • Extra sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Wooden Spoon
  • Whisk
  • Grater
  • Frying Pan
  • Skillet
  • Chef's Knife
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. First, make your stir fry sauce. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, garlic, coconut sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, fresh ginger, sesame seeds, red pepper flakes, and arrowroot starch. Set aside. The sauce should be well combined, with no lumps remaining.
  2. Next, add ½ tablespoon sesame oil to a large pot and place it over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add in ground chicken and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Quickly begin to break up the meat with a spatula, cooking until no longer pink. The chicken should have a nice golden color. Once cooked, transfer the meat to a bowl and set it aside, leaving the heat in the pan.
  3. In the same pot, add another ½ tablespoon sesame oil. Add in chopped onion and sliced carrots, cooking for 2 to 4 minutes until the onions begin to soften and become translucent. Stir frequently to ensure even cooking.
  4. Next, add in green beans and bell pepper to the pot. Continue stirring frequently, cooking for an additional 6 to 8 minutes or until the green beans are slightly tender but still have a nice crunch. This is the part where the vibrant colors of the vegetables shine, making the dish visually appealing.
  5. Now, add the cooked ground chicken back to the pot with the veggies. Immediately turn the heat to low and pour in the prepared sauce. Give everything a good stir to combine, ensuring all ingredients are coated in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 to 4 minutes over low heat until the sauce begins to thicken slightly.
  6. Finally, serve the stir fry with brown rice or quinoa for a healthy dinner. Garnish with roasted cashews, a few extra sesame seeds, and scallions for an added touch. Each bite will be a delightful mix of flavors!

Notes

If you are serving with rice, I suggest starting the rice first before you begin cooking, especially if it’s brown rice as it takes about 40 minutes total to cook.