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One-Pan Honey Garlic Chicken and Green Beans for Quick Dinner

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Make this One-Pan Honey Garlic Chicken and Green Beans for a fast, flavorful weeknight dinner. This recipe delivers juicy chicken and crisp green beans coated in a sweet and savory glaze, all cooked in one skillet for minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs 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

Instructions

  1. Season the cut chicken pieces lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Add the trimmed green beans to the same skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 4-5 minutes until they start to become 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. Return the browned chicken to the skillet with the green beans. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken and beans.
  7. Bring the sauce to a simmer, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the chicken and green beans, about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed. Serve immediately as a complete, easy chicken and green beans meal.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, use chicken thighs instead of breasts. Adjust cooking time slightly if using thicker cuts.
  • If you want crispier green beans, blanch them in boiling water for 2 minutes before adding them to the skillet.
  • This recipe is great for meal prep; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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