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Garlicky Sweet Thai Chili Chicken & Green Beans Stir Fry Recipe

Name: Garlicky Sweet Thai Chili Chicken & Green Beans Stir Fry Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into strips; 8 ounces green beans, trimmed; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated; 1/3 cup sweet Thai chili sauce; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

ByLila Prescott April 7, 2026April 7, 2026

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Introduction

This Garlicky Sweet Thai Chili Chicken & Green Beans Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken strips and crisp green beans are coated in a vibrant sauce with garlic, ginger, and a touch of heat. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an easy way to enjoy a delicious Asian-inspired dinner at home.

The image shows a close-up of a dish with two main layers: the bottom layer is a dark brown shiny sauce pooling around the food, while the top layer is made of bright green beans mixed with golden-brown cooked chicken strips scattered throughout. Small pieces of red chili are spread evenly on top, adding bright red spots. Lightly toasted sesame seeds and thin green herbs are sprinkled over everything, creating small white and green specks. The dish is served in a white bowl on a white marbled surface, with soft natural light highlighting the glossy texture of the sauce and the juicy look of the chicken and beans. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
8 ounces green beans, trimmed

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1/3 cup sweet Thai chili sauce

2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together the sweet Thai chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Step 2: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Step 3: Add the chicken strips and stir-fry for 4 to 5 minutes until they are lightly browned and almost cooked through.

Step 4: Push the chicken to one side of the pan, add the green beans, and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until the beans are bright green and tender-crisp.
Step 5: Pour the sauce over the chicken and green beans, stir to coat evenly, and cook for 2 more minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked through.
Step 6: Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the stir fry, remove from heat, and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in half the sauce mixture for 15 minutes before cooking.
Swap green beans for snap peas or broccoli for a different texture.
Add chopped peanuts or cashews on top for crunch.

Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce saltiness.

Storage

Store leftover stir fry in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat or in the microwave until warmed through. Avoid overcooking during reheating to keep the green beans crisp.

How to Serve

A close-up of a dish in a white bowl filled with bright green beans and golden-brown strips of cooked chicken layered evenly throughout. The chicken strips are glazed with a shiny, dark brown sauce that pools slightly at the bottom, coating the green beans and giving the dish a glossy look. Scattered on top are small pieces of red chili and sprinkled white sesame seeds, adding pops of color and texture. Thinly sliced green onions are lightly mixed in, enhancing the freshness. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface, and the overall image has a warm and rich tone. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen green beans?

Yes, frozen green beans can be used but thaw and pat them dry first to avoid excess water in the stir fry. Adjust cooking time slightly as they may cook faster than fresh beans.

Is this recipe spicy?

The red pepper flakes add a mild heat, but the sweet Thai chili sauce balances it with sweetness. You can adjust the red pepper flakes to make it spicier or milder according to your taste.