Description
Discover the delightful flavors of Honey Garlic Chicken and Green Beans, a quick yet impressive weeknight meal that comes together in under 30 minutes. This one-pan dish features tender chicken pieces coated in a scrumptious honey garlic sauce, paired with crisp green beans for a nutritious and satisfying dinner option. Perfectly versatile, you can serve it over rice, noodles, or enjoy it as is for a low-carb alternative. With easy preparation and minimal cleanup, this recipe is an excellent choice for busy nights or special occasions. Elevate your weeknight meals with this flavorful favorite that promises to please the entire family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 to 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1 Tbsp arrowroot powder (or cornstarch)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 Tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 12 oz green beans (trimmed)
- 1/4 cup green onions (chopped)
- Sesame seeds (optional garnish)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 3 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 tsp grated ginger (or 1/4 tsp ground ginger)
- 2 tsp arrowroot powder (or cornstarch)
Instructions
- Cut chicken into 1-inch cubes and toss with arrowroot powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until browned (4-5 minutes). Set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté green beans for about 6 minutes until tender yet crisp.
- In a bowl, whisk together chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger. Mix arrowroot powder with water until smooth.
- Return chicken to the skillet, pour in the sauce and arrowroot mixture. Stir to coat evenly and simmer until thickened.
- Serve topped with green onions and sesame seeds over rice or on its own.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 336
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 624mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 73mg