Honey Garlic Chicken and Green Beans
A simple yet satisfying weeknight dish featuring tender chicken and crisp green beans in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce.
Ingredients
Chicken and Seasoning
- 1 lbs 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
Cooking Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil, divided
- 12 oz green beans, trimmed
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped 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
Optional Garnish
- to taste sesame seeds optional garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes, and in a mixing bowl, combine arrowroot powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss this mixture with the chicken.
Cooking Chicken
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and add the seasoned chicken in a single layer. Brown on one side for 4 to 5 minutes.
Cooking Green Beans
- Transfer the browned chicken to a plate. In the same skillet, drizzle another tablespoon of olive oil and add the green beans. Season and sauté for about 6 minutes until tender but crisp.
Prepare Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger. In another bowl, mix arrowroot powder with water until smooth.
Combine
- Return the chicken to the skillet with green beans, pour in the honey garlic sauce, and arrowroot mixture. Stir well, bring to a gentle boil, then simmer until slightly thickened.
Serve
- Serve the dish sprinkled with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, and pair with rice if desired.
Notes
Ensure skillet is hot for good sear. Adjust sweetness by varying honey. Add red pepper flakes for extra heat.