This 10-minute chicken and string bean stir-fry is perfect for busy weeknights. It’s fast, healthy, and flexible — swap in different vegetables or serve with rice, noodles, or pasta to keep the dish fresh every time. Enjoy a simple, delicious meal that comes together in minutes.
Weeknight dinners don’t have to be stressful. With a few smart shortcuts you can put a wholesome meal on the table quickly and still satisfy the whole family.
This easy stir-fry is a great example — change the vegetables or seasonings to suit what you have on hand.
Serve it over steamed rice, egg noodles, or your favorite pasta for a complete meal.
10 Minute Chicken String Bean Stir-Fry
Yields: 3 servings
Double the amounts for more people if needed
What you’ll need to make this quick stir-fry
Ingredients:
- 9-ounce package of cooked Perdue Short Cut Chicken (grilled or your preferred variety)
- 1 bag frozen whole green beans (adjust bag size to desired servings)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove fresh garlic, chopped (add more to taste)
- Sprinkle of onion powder
- 1/4 tsp turmeric
- Sea salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp honey (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
Why you’ll love this 10-minute chicken string bean stir-fry
Directions:
- Microwave the frozen green beans for about 2 minutes to defrost and soften them slightly. Let them sit for a minute while you prepare the pan.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is warm, add the green beans and chopped garlic. Toss the beans in the oil so they become evenly coated.
- Open the cooked chicken package and roughly chop the pieces if needed. Add the chicken to the pan and toss to combine. Season with onion powder, turmeric, sea salt, and black pepper. Continue to toss until everything is heated through.
- If using, drizzle the honey over the stir-fry and toss once or twice to distribute it. Taste and adjust salt or pepper as desired.
- Serve immediately over rice, noodles, or pasta. Garnish with an extra drizzle of olive oil or a squeeze of lemon if you like.
10 Minute Chicken String Bean Stir-Fry
Dinner, Family Favorites, Classic Recipes
American
stir-fry, chicken, string beans, quick dinner
10
minutes
3 servings
Pam
Ingredients
- 9 ounce package cooked Perdue Short Cut Chicken (grilled)
- 1 bag frozen whole green beans
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove fresh garlic, chopped
- Onion powder, a light sprinkle
- 1/4 tsp turmeric
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
Instructions
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Microwave the green beans for 2 minutes to defrost and soften them slightly, then let them sit for a moment.
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the green beans and garlic, tossing to coat with oil.
Roughly chop the cooked chicken if needed and add it to the pan. Sprinkle with onion powder, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Toss until heated through.
Optionally, drizzle honey over the stir-fry and toss briefly to combine. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Serve over rice, noodles, or pasta and enjoy a quick, flavorful dinner.