Description
A quick and flavorful Honey Hoisin Green Bean Chicken stir-fry featuring tender chicken pieces and crisp green beans coated in a delicious hoisin and honey sauce. This easy skillet recipe combines savory, sweet, and tangy flavors, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner served over rice or noodles.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed
Sauce and Seasonings
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Oils and Garnishes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Green Beans: In the same skillet, add the trimmed green beans and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they are tender yet still crisp.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and minced garlic until fully combined.
- Combine and Simmer: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the green beans. Pour the sauce over the mixture and stir well to coat everything evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and coat the chicken and beans thoroughly.
- Finishing Touches: Drizzle sesame oil over the stir-fry if using, and sprinkle with sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.
- Serve: Serve the honey hoisin green bean chicken immediately over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- For more heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of chili garlic sauce to the sauce mixture.
- Substitute chicken thighs for a juicier result.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt content.
- Fresh green beans work best, but frozen green beans can be substituted; adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
