Easy Chicken Green Bean Stir-Fry (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For Velveting the Chicken
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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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1 tablespoon water
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 tablespoon sesame oil
→ For the Stir Fry
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2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
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1 pound frozen green beans
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
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3 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon oyster sauce
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1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
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2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
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1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
# Instructions:
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In a bowl, combine sliced chicken breasts with baking soda, cornstarch, water, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix thoroughly until the chicken is evenly coated. Let it marinate for 15-20 minutes to tenderize the chicken and enhance its texture.
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After marinating, rinse the chicken under cold water to remove any excess baking soda. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
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In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch (if using). Set this sauce mixture aside.
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Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Stir-fry the chicken for 5-6 minutes, or until fully cooked and lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add the frozen green beans directly into the skillet and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, until heated through and slightly tender.
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Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and pour the sauce over the chicken and green beans. Stir everything to ensure the sauce coats the ingredients evenly. Let it cook for another 2 minutes to heat through and allow the sauce to slightly thicken.
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Transfer the stir-fry to a serving dish and garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve and enjoy!
# Notes:
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This dish is full of protein and vegetables and can be customized with different stir-fry veggies or sauces.