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One-Pan Honey Garlic Chicken and Green Beans Skillet

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This One-Pan Honey Garlic Chicken and Green Beans Skillet brings together tender chicken and crisp green beans coated in a sweet and savory glaze. It is a fast, healthy dinner perfect for busy weeknights, offering minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (slurry)
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season the cut chicken pieces generously with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides and mostly cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Add the trimmed green beans to the same skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 4 to 6 minutes until they become bright green and slightly tender-crisp.
  4. Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the green beans and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using) to create the sauce.
  6. Pour the sauce mixture over the green beans in the skillet. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir to coat everything in the sauce.
  8. Pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce while stirring constantly. Allow the sauce to cook for 1 to 2 minutes until it thickens and becomes glossy.
  9. Remove the skillet from the heat. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  10. Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds if desired. This is a great healthy chicken and green beans recipe for a quick dinner.

Notes

  • For an even faster meal, use chicken thighs instead of breasts; they stay juicier.
  • If you prefer a tangier flavor, increase the apple cider vinegar by one teaspoon.
  • This recipe works well as a low carb chicken dinner if you skip serving it over rice or noodles.

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