Heart-Healthy Stir-Fried Chicken with Green Beans
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Heart-Healthy Stir-Fried Chicken with Green Beans, a quick and wholesome recipe packed with flavor and nutrition. Featuring lean chicken breast and tender-crisp green beans, this dish is enhanced with a savory low-sodium soy sauce and aromatic garlic and ginger, making it a perfect fusion of taste and health. The light cornstarch slurry creates a silky sauce that clings deliciously to every bite, while optional red chili flakes add a hint of spice to suit your preference. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy stir-fry is ideal for serving over brown rice or quinoa, keeping it both satisfying and heart-healthy. Whether you're looking for a protein-rich meal or a vibrant addition to your dinner rotation, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Chicken breast
- 12 oz Green beans
- 3 tbsp Low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 tsp Fresh ginger
- 1 tsp Cornstarch
- 2 tbsp Water
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 tsp Red chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Trim the green beans and set them aside. Mince the garlic cloves and grate the fresh ginger.
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with black pepper. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and optional red chili flakes. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the green beans to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes, until they are tender-crisp.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the green beans. Add the low-sodium soy sauce and stir well to combine.
Pour the cornstarch slurry into the skillet and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the chicken and green beans.
Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds, if desired. Serve immediately with brown rice or quinoa for a complete heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1088 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.6 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 390 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 3424 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.2 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.7 g | ||
| Protein | 140.7 g | 281% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 242 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 2102 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
