Description
How to make a garlicky sweet Thai chili chicken and green beans stir fry that’s ready in under 30 minutes for a perfect weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- Main Components:
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup sweet Thai chili sauce
- Flavor Boosters:
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- Seasonings:
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prep Chicken & Veg: Start by cutting chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces; toss with cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Trim green beans. Mince garlic and grate ginger. This preps your main components efficiently for the Garlicky Sweet Thai Chili Chicken and Green Beans Stir Fry.
- Mix Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the sweet Thai chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, chicken broth, and red pepper flakes. This creates the delicious sweet and spicy sauce for your Garlicky Sweet Thai Chili Chicken and Green Beans Stir Fry.
- Sear Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and sear for 3-5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Avoid overcrowding to get a good caramelize.
- Sauté Aromatics: Push chicken to one side. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and trimmed green beans to the empty side. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the beans are bright green and slightly tender-crisp.
- Simmer Sauce: Pour the prepared sweet Thai chili sauce over the chicken and green beans. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats everything beautifully, about 1-2 minutes. This ensures a rich, glossy finish.
- Finish Stir Fry: Stir everything together thoroughly, ensuring the chicken and green beans are evenly coated with the thickened Garlicky Sweet Thai Chili Chicken and Green Beans Stir Fry sauce. Check seasoning and adjust if needed for perfect balance.
- Garnish & Serve: Remove the Garlicky Sweet Thai Chili Chicken and Green Beans Stir Fry from heat. Garnish generously with fresh chopped cilantro. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles for a complete, satisfying weeknight meal.