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One-Pan Honey Garlic Chicken and Green Beans Skillet

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Make this quick, flavorful One-Pan Honey Garlic Chicken and Green Beans Skillet for an easy weeknight dinner. This recipe uses simple ingredients to create a sweet and savory glaze over tender chicken and crisp green beans, minimizing cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides and nearly cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Add the trimmed green beans to the same skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 4-5 minutes until they become bright green and slightly tender-crisp.
  4. Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the green beans and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using) to create the honey garlic sauce.
  6. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet over the green beans. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Toss everything gently to coat the chicken and green beans evenly with the sauce.
  8. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and the chicken to finish cooking completely.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately for a delicious, minimal cleanup chicken dinner.

Notes

  • For best results and minimal cleanup, use a large, heavy-bottomed skillet that can hold all ingredients comfortably.
  • If you prefer chicken thighs over breasts, adjust the cooking time slightly as thighs may take a few minutes longer to cook through.
  • Serve this low carb chicken and beans dish over cauliflower rice or quinoa if desired.

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