Steamed Sauteed Green Beans and Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this quick and flavorful Steamed Sautéed Green Beans and Chicken recipe! Tender, bite-sized pieces of golden-brown chicken pair perfectly with crisp, vibrant green beans infused with the aromatic goodness of garlic. A luscious glaze of low-sodium soy sauce and honey ties everything together, creating a savory-sweet balance that's irresistible. This dish boasts a light and wholesome preparation—steaming the beans preserves their crunch and nutrients, while minimal oil ensures a guilt-free indulgence. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's the perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication. Serve it as a standalone meal or pair it with steamed rice for a hearty, nutrient-packed dinner the entire family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
- 300 grams Green beans (trimmed)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 4 tablespoons Water
- 0.5 pieces Lemon (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water, pat them dry with paper towels, and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
Wash and trim the ends of the green beans.
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, honey, and 2 tablespoons of water to create the sauce. Set aside.
Place the green beans in a steamer basket over a pot with 2 tablespoons of boiling water. Cover and steam for 3-4 minutes until the beans are bright green but still crisp. Remove from the heat and set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the steamed green beans to the skillet and toss them with the garlic for 1-2 minutes.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and green beans. Stir to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the dish to a serving platter.
Optionally, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish for added brightness before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
255 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.1 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 74 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 831 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 29.7 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 427 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
