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Easy Chicken Breast and Green Beans

Easy Chicken Breast and Green Beans Skillet Recipe in 30 Minutes

A quick and delicious Easy Chicken Breast and Green Beans dish that combines tender chicken and vibrant green beans, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cooking Oil
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
Green Beans
  • 2 1/2 cups green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks
Flavorings
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth (or water)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons corn starch
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add diced chicken breast in an even layer; sear for 6-8 minutes until golden brown on all sides. Transfer to a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, add another teaspoon of oil if needed; sauté trimmed green beans for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
  5. Pour in chicken broth; return chicken to the skillet and mix well.
  6. Add soy sauce and honey; stir to combine.
  7. Mix cornstarch with cold water; pour into the skillet while stirring continuously until sauce thickens (about 2-3 minutes).
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 36gFat: 12g

Notes

This dish can be customized with other proteins or vegetables to suit your taste.

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