That Chicken Green Bean Thing
Meet your new go-to weeknight dinner: "That Chicken Green Bean Thing." This one-pan wonder combines tender, golden-seared chicken breasts with crisp-tender green beans, all tossed in a sticky, savory-sweet glaze made with soy sauce, honey, garlic, and a touch of lemon for brightness. With just 15 minutes of prep and a total cook time of 25 minutes, this recipe is as fast as it is flavorful. A pinch of red pepper flakes adds a subtle hint of heat, while fresh green beans bring vibrant color and a healthy crunch. Perfect for busy nights, this quick and easy chicken skillet dish is a wholesome, satisfying meal that’s big on flavor and low on fuss. Serve with fluffy rice or your favorite grain to soak up every drop of the tangy sauce!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Trim the ends of the green beans and cut them into bite-sized pieces if desired. Set aside.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season them with salt and black pepper on both sides.
In a large skillet or frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 5-6 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil along with the minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the green beans to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still crisp.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice.
Return the chicken to the skillet with the green beans, then pour the soy sauce mixture over everything. Toss well to coat the chicken and green beans evenly.
Simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the sauce to slightly thicken.
Serve hot and enjoy your deliciously simple 'That Chicken Green Bean Thing'!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
464 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.6 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 148 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 1199 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.0 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 58.3 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 77 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 806 mg | 17% | |
*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.
