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Panda Express String Bean Chicken Recipe – A Fast & Flavorful Copycat Stir-Fry

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This copycat Panda Express String Bean Chicken stir-fry is loaded with tender chicken breast, crisp green beans, and sautéed onions in a savory garlic-soy sauce. Quick, healthy, and better than takeout.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (divided)

  • 1 tsp sesame oil (optional)

  • 2 tsp cornstarch (divided)

  • 2 cups green beans, trimmed and cut

  • 1 medium onion, sliced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp ginger, minced

  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce

  • 1 tsp sugar

  • 1 tbsp water or chicken broth

  • 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine (optional)

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

  • Marinate chicken with 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp cornstarch, and sesame oil. Set aside 10–15 minutes.

  • Mix remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, wine, water, and 1 tsp cornstarch to make sauce.

  • Heat 1 tbsp oil in pan. Sauté green beans for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp. Remove.

  • Add 1 tbsp oil and stir-fry chicken until cooked through.

  • Add garlic, ginger, and onion. Stir-fry 1–2 minutes.

  • Return green beans to pan. Add sauce and toss everything to coat. Cook 1–2 minutes until sauce thickens.

  • Serve over rice.

Notes

  • Use tamari for gluten-free version.

  • Add red chili flakes for heat.

  • Swap chicken thighs for extra juiciness.

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