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Honey garlic chicken and green beans in a skillet with glossy sweet savory sauce sesame seeds and green onions

Honey Garlic Chicken and Green Beans

Tender golden chicken breast and charred green beans tossed in a sweet, savory, glossy honey garlic sauce. High protein, one pan, and ready in 35 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-American
Calories: 382

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp arrowroot powder or cornstarch for coating
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp onion powder
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 12 oz green beans trimmed
  • 0.25 cup green onions chopped, for garnish
  • sesame seeds optional garnish
  • 0.25 cup low-sodium chicken broth for sauce
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce for sauce
  • 0.25 cup honey raw local preferred
  • 4 cloves garlic minced fresh
  • 0.5 tsp fresh ginger grated, or 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 2 tsp arrowroot powder or cornstarch mixed with 2 tsp cold water for slurry

Equipment

  • 12-inch large skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Cut chicken into uniform 1-inch cubes. In a medium bowl, combine 1 tbsp arrowroot powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss chicken until each piece is lightly and evenly coated.
  2. Heat a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tbsp olive oil. When oil shimmers, add chicken in a single layer without crowding the pan. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through to 165 degrees F. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  3. Add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the same skillet. Add trimmed green beans, season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and saute over medium-high heat for about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until charred and tender-crisp with a slight snap.
  4. While green beans cook, whisk together chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and ginger in a small bowl. In a separate small bowl, whisk arrowroot powder into cold water until fully dissolved with no lumps.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet and toss with green beans. Pour honey garlic sauce over everything, then immediately add the arrowroot slurry. Stir constantly to coat evenly.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce is glossy and thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Remove from heat. Top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately over rice or cauliflower rice.

Notes

Use a 12-inch skillet to avoid crowding the chicken. Do not crowd the pan or the chicken will steam rather than brown. Dissolve arrowroot slurry completely before adding to prevent lumps. Use fresh garlic only for best flavor. Store leftovers in fridge for up to 4 to 5 days. Reheat in skillet with a splash of chicken broth.