Description
Recreate the iconic Panda Express String Bean Chicken Breast at home with this easy-to-follow recipe. Enjoy tender chicken and crisp-tender green beans in a savory garlic-ginger sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tbsp cooking oil (vegetable, canola, or peanut)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp white pepper (optional)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- 1. Prep Chicken & Green Beans: Thinly slice chicken. Blanch green beans in boiling water for 2-3 mins, then transfer to an ice bath. Drain well.
- 2. Make the Sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, chicken broth, minced garlic, grated ginger, sugar, cornstarch, and white pepper in a bowl.
- 3. Cook Chicken: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and stir-fry until cooked through and lightly browned (2-3 mins per side). Remove and set aside.
- 4. Stir-Fry Green Beans & Sauce: Add 1 tsp oil if needed. Add green beans and stir-fry for 1-2 mins. Pour in sauce mixture, stir constantly, and simmer until thickened and glossy (1-2 mins).
- 5. Combine & Serve: Return cooked chicken to the pan. Toss to coat with sauce. Remove from heat, drizzle with sesame oil, toss again, and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins