Heart-Healthy Stir-Fried Chicken with Green Beans

Brighten your dinner table with this *Heart-Healthy Stir-Fried Chicken with Green Beans*—a wholesome, flavorful dish that's perfect for weeknights! Packed with lean chicken breast and crisp green beans, this recipe combines the savory richness of low-sodium soy sauce with the aromatic duo of garlic and fresh ginger. A touch of olive oil keeps it light, while a cornstarch slurry creates a glossy, restaurant-quality sauce that coats each ingredient beautifully. Ready in just 30 minutes, this simple yet satisfying stir-fry can be customized with a hint of red chili flakes for spice and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for garnish. Serve it alongside brown rice or quinoa for a nutritious, heart-conscious meal that doesn’t skimp on flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Chicken breast
• 12 oz Green beans
• 3 tbsp Low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 tsp Fresh ginger
• 1 tsp Cornstarch
• 2 tbsp Water
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 0.25 tsp Red chili flakes (optional)
• 1 tsp Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Trim the green beans and set them aside. Mince the garlic cloves and grate the fresh ginger.

Step 2

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with black pepper. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and optional red chili flakes. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the green beans to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes, until they are tender-crisp.

Step 7

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the green beans. Add the low-sodium soy sauce and stir well to combine.

Step 8

Pour the cornstarch slurry into the skillet and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the chicken and green beans.

Step 9

Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds, if desired. Serve immediately with brown rice or quinoa for a complete heart-healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(913.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1088.3

Total Fat 46.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 390.1mg	0%
Sodium 3424.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.4g	0%
Total Sugars 11.7g
Protein 140.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 242.5mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 2102.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.5%

Protein: 50.3%

Carbs: 12.2%