Honey Garlic Chicken and Green Beans
350kcal
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
- 1 teaspoon salt to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper to taste
For the Honey Garlic Sauce
- ⅓ cup honey preferably raw for better flavor
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium recommended
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar for acidity
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil for flavor
For the Green Beans
- 1 pound fresh green beans trimmed
- 1 tablespoon butter for sautéing
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
Method
Prepare the Chicken
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken pieces with salt and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken pieces.
- Cook the chicken for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Make the Honey Garlic Sauce
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to the skillet. Whisk together until well combined.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, stirring to coat the chicken in the sauce. Let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly.
Cook the Green Beans
- In a separate pot, bring water to a boil. Add the trimmed green beans and blanch for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes until heated through and well coated with the garlic butter.
Serve
- Plate the honey garlic chicken alongside the sautéed green beans. Drizzle any remaining sauce over the chicken for extra flavor.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Honey Garlic Chicken and Green Beans!
Nutrition
Serving1servingCalories350kcalCarbohydrates30gProtein30gFat10gSaturated Fat2gPolyunsaturated Fat1gMonounsaturated Fat6gCholesterol75mgSodium500mgPotassium800mgFiber4gSugar15gVitamin A700IUVitamin C15mgCalcium50mgIron2mg
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the honey garlic sauce for 30 minutes before cooking. Adjust the amount of honey and soy sauce to your taste preference.