Description
Juicy chicken chunks and crisp green beans tossed in a sweet and savory honey-garlic soy glaze. A one-pan dinner that’s healthy, quick, and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon vegetable oil + 1 teaspoon (divided)
2½ cups green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks
2 teaspoons minced garlic
¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth (or water)
¼ cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons cornstarch
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add green beans and sauté 3–4 minutes until tender. Remove and set aside.
2. Wipe the pan clean and heat remaining oil over high heat.
3. Season chicken with salt and pepper and sear 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
4. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Return green beans to the pan and toss with chicken.
6. In a bowl, whisk chicken broth, soy sauce, and honey. In another bowl, mix cornstarch with 1 tablespoon cold water.
7. Pour soy mixture into skillet, stir, then add cornstarch slurry. Cook 1–2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the chicken and beans.
8. Serve hot with rice or noodles if desired.
Notes
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.
Substitute shrimp or tofu for a different protein.
Fresh green beans give the best texture.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat gently.