Description
This Honey Hoisin Green Bean Chicken is a quick and flavorful stir-fry dish featuring tender chicken breast pieces cooked with crisp green beans in a vibrant honey hoisin sauce. The combination of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors makes it a delightful main course perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Garnished with optional sesame seeds and a touch of sesame oil, this recipe serves four and is ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Finishing
- 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 the bite-sized chicken pieces and cook them for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are browned on the outside and cooked through. Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- Cook the Green Beans: Using the same skillet, add the trimmed green beans. Cook them for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until they become tender but still maintain a slight crispness.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated fresh ginger, and minced garlic, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
- Combine and Simmer: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the green beans. Pour the prepared sauce over the mixture and stir everything thoroughly to coat the chicken and green beans evenly. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and coat the ingredients perfectly.
- Finishing Touches: Drizzle sesame oil over the dish if using, and sprinkle sesame seeds on top for added flavor and texture.
- Serve: Serve the honey hoisin green bean chicken immediately, ideally over steamed rice or noodles to complete the meal.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce mixture.
- You can substitute chicken breasts with boneless skinless thighs for a juicier texture.
- If you prefer, use frozen green beans, but adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- This recipe pairs well with steamed jasmine rice or lo mein noodles.
- To make it gluten-free, ensure the soy sauce and hoisin sauce are labeled gluten-free.
