Szechwan Chicken over String/Green Beans Recipe

Name: Szechwan Chicken over String/Green Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons sesame oil, divided; ¾ cup carrot, cut into match stick sized strips; 12 lb boneless chicken breast, thinly sliced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced; ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon mirin or 1 tablespoon dry sherry; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 12 lb fresh green beans, trimmed; 2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons sesame oil, divided
¾ cup carrot, cut into match stick sized strips
12 lb boneless chicken breast, thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon mirin or 1 tablespoon dry sherry
2 teaspoons cornstarch
12 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted

1
Heat 1 teaspoon oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add carrot strips.
3
Cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4
Add chicken, garlic, ginger and red pepper flakes.
5
Stir-fry 3 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink.
6
Combine soy sauce, mirin and cornstarch in small bowl.
7
Add to chicken mixtures.
8
Stir-fry about 1 minute or until sauce thickens.
9
Remove to bowl and cover to keep warm.
10
Meanwhile blanch green beans in a large saucepan of boiling water for 4 to 5 minutes.
11
Immediately shock the beans in a bowl of ice water.
12
Drain and pat dry.
13
In same skillet chicken cooked in, add remaining 1 teaspoon oil.
14
Add green beans and cook about 1 minute or until warmed through.
15
To serve put a bed of green beans on each plate and cover with chicken mixture.
16
Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.

2847

kcal

Calories

Fat

128

Carbs

455

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons sesame oil, divided, ¾ cup carrot, cut into match stick sized strips, 12 lb boneless chicken breast, thinly sliced, 3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Szechwan Chicken over String/Green Beans falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Szechwan Chicken over String/Green Beans

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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