Panda Express Style String Bean Chicken

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Bring the flavors of Panda Express to your kitchen with this delectable String Bean Chicken recipe. This dish features tender chicken breast slices, crisp green beans, and savory onions all tossed in a delicious sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

For the Chicken and Vegetables:

  • 1 pound chicken breast (boneless, skinless, cut against the grain into ¼ inch thick slices)
  • 2 cups of fresh green beans (string beans, cleaned, trimmed, and cut into 2-inch sections)
  • 1 medium-sized white onion, diced into 1-inch chunks
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

For the Chicken Marinade:

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1½ tablespoons Mirin (or Shaoxing wine, or cooking wine)
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon brown sugar

For the Sauce:

  • ¼ cup chicken stock or water
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 3 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 1½ teaspoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1½ tablespoons of Mirin, 2 teaspoons of cornstarch, and ½ teaspoon of brown sugar. Incorporate the sliced chicken and toss thoroughly to ensure it’s evenly coated.
  2. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of chicken stock or water, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, 3 teaspoons of low sodium soy sauce, 1½ teaspoons of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of cornstarch, 1 teaspoon of rice vinegar, and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil. Set aside.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken slices and stir-fry until they are browned and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes.
  4. Sauté the Vegetables: Using the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil and heat it up. Add the chopped onion and stir-fry for about 2 minutes, until they start to soften. Add the green beans and continue to stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes, until the beans are tender-crisp.
  5. Blend and Cook: Reintroduce the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Mix in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking briefly for about 30 seconds until aromatic. Add the prepared sauce and let it simmer gently. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the sauce thickens and everything is well-coated.
  6. Serve: Remove from heat and serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Conclusion

Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures in this Panda Express Style String Bean Chicken. The tender chicken, crisp green beans, and savory sauce make for a satisfying and healthy meal that can be whipped up in no time. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner, this dish is sure to be a hit with family and friends.

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