Make this Sesame Chicken Stir-fry on Busy Back to School Nights!
Ingredients
- 1 tbspsesame oil
- 1 ½ lbs.skinless
boneless chicken breast, or tenders thinly sliced into smaller strips
- 2tbsps minced fresh ginger
- 3fresh garlic cloves
minced
- 1 tspchili flakes
- 1 lb.fresh green beans
trimmed and halved
- 2red bell peppers
seeded & sliced
- 2tbsps reduced-sodium soy sauce
or coconut aminos, or bragg's liquid aminos
- juice of 1 fresh squeezed orange
- 2tbsps toasted sesame seeds
Directions
- 1
Heat oil in a large wok or skillet, over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add in your chicken pieces in a single layer and cook without stirring for 2 minutes or until browned on one side.
- 3
Stir in your fresh ginger, garlic and chili flakes, then cook for 2 minutes more, or just until chicken is cooked through.
- 4
Add in green beans and bell pepper, and stir fry for another 3 minutes or just until crisp-tender.
- 5
Drizzle with soy sauce/coconut aminos, orange juice and simmer for 1 more minute.
- 6
Taste test and adjust to your liking.
- 7
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and remove from the heat.
- 8
Serve with brown rice or quinoa.
Make this Sesame Chicken Stir-fry on Busy Back to School Nights!
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About this Recipe
Tired of the weeknight dinner dilemma, especially when busy back-to-school nights hit? This Sesame Chicken Stir-fry is your answer to a flavorful, homemade meal that comes together quickly, satisfying everyone at the table without the fuss.
Why This Sesame Chicken Stir-fry Works
This recipe shines by combining classic, vibrant stir-fry flavors with wholesome ingredients. The aromatic duo of fresh ginger and garlic, brightened by the juice of a fresh orange, forms a delicious base. With sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds, you get that quintessential nutty, savory character that makes sesame chicken so beloved, all built from simple components.
What to Expect
Prepare for a dish bursting with balanced flavors – savory and slightly sweet from the orange, with an aromatic kick from the ginger and garlic. The tender chicken breast or tenders provide a satisfying protein, perfectly complemented by the crisp-tender texture of fresh green beans and sweet red bell peppers. A subtle warmth from chili flakes, adjustable to your preference, adds another layer of complexity to this inviting dinner.
Customization & Variations
Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili flakes to taste. If you're out of traditional reduced-sodium soy sauce, the recipe thoughtfully suggests coconut aminos or Bragg's liquid aminos as excellent alternatives. While the recipe features green beans and red bell peppers, you can easily incorporate other quick-cooking vegetables like snap peas, broccoli florets, or carrots for extra color and nutrition.
Serving & Context
This Sesame Chicken Stir-fry is ideal for those busy evenings when you need a wholesome, satisfying dinner on the table without a lot of effort. Serve it simply on its own, or alongside a bed of steamed rice or quinoa for a complete meal.