Lunch: Basil Chile Chicken Stir-Fry

Recipe by The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen Kick takeout to the curb and make this Asian-inspired stir-fry at home.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Brown Rice, Basil

Health benefits of Basil Chile Chicken Stir-Fry

Brown rice is a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

1 c. quick-cooking short-grain brown rice
4 cloves garlic
1 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 lb. green beans, trimmed and cut into 1" pieces
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 fresh Thai or serrano chile, stem and seeds discarded, finely chopped
1 1/4 chicken-breast tenders, very thinly sliced crosswise
2 tbsp. lower-sodium fish sauce
1 tsp. lower-sodium soy sauce
2 tsp. sugar
1 c. packed fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish

Instructions

Prepare rice as label directs, but do not add any salt.
Very thinly slice 2 cloves garlic; finely chop remaining 2 cloves garlic.
In 12" skillet, heat 1 teaspoon oil on medium-high until hot. Add thinly sliced garlic and cook 10 seconds or until garlic is golden. Add green beans, 1/4 cup water, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Cook 4 to 5 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender and water has evaporated, stirring frequently. Transfer bean mixture to large plate or bowl.
In same skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil on medium-high until hot. Add chile and chopped garlic and cook 10 seconds or until garlic is golden, stirring. Add chicken tenders in single layer and cook 2 to 3 minutes or until chicken just loses its pink color throughout, stirring mixture occasionally.
Add fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and 2 tablespoons water. Cook 1 minute or until chicken is just cooked through, stirring. Stir in basil and cook 15 to 20 seconds or until just wilted.
To serve, divide cooked rice, green beans, and chicken with sauce among serving plates. Garnish with 2 or 3 fresh basil leaves.