Mushroom Chicken with Green Beans
The ultimate comfort food, Mushroom Chicken with Green Beans is a delicious blend of tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a savory sauce that brings it all together. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners, this dish is packed with flavor and nutrition, making it an irresistible choice for any meal. You won't want to miss out on making it tonight!
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 12 oz chicken breast cut into small pieces
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 egg lightly beaten
- 2 tbsp corn starch
- 1 tbsp canola oil
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tsp ginger
- 16 oz baby portabello mushrooms
- 2 cups fresh green beans trimmed
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, salt, egg, canola oil, and corn starch. Mix everything thoroughly to ensure the chicken is well-coated.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil and sesame oil. Once hot, carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the skillet. Cook until golden brown, about 5 to 7 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on a paper towel to drain any excess oil. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the green beans. Sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring regularly, until they start to become tender but still maintain a vibrant color.
- Next, add the mushrooms to the skillet with the green beans and continue to cook for another 5 minutes. You'll want the mushrooms to soften and the green beans to be cooked through.
- Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Pour in the soy sauce and balsamic vinegar, stirring to coat the vegetables. This will create a beautiful glaze that enhances the flavors.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, mixing everything well to ensure the chicken is coated in the sauce.
- Allow everything to heat together for a minute, then remove the skillet from heat.
- Serve the Mushroom Chicken with Green Beans over a bed of rice or noodles, and enjoy your delicious meal!
Notes
- Tip 1: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days to maintain freshness.
- Tip 2: You can freeze this dish for up to two months. Just ensure it’s cooled completely before placing it in a freezer-safe container.
- Tip 3: Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal experience.
- Tip 4: This dish is great for meal prepping. Make a batch and portion it out for the week ahead!
- Tip 5: If you’d like a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with water and stir it in with the soy sauce.