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Plate of honey garlic chicken served with green beans

Honey Garlic Chicken and Green Beans

A delightful one-pan dish combining juicy chicken, vibrant green beans, and a sweet-savory honey garlic sauce, perfect for a quick family dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the chicken
  • 1 to 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder or cornstarch
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
For the vegetables
  • 12 ounces green beans, trimmed
  • 0.25 cup green onions, chopped
For the honey garlic sauce
  • 0.25 cup chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 0.25 cup honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon grated ginger (or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger)
  • 2 teaspoons arrowroot powder or cornstarch (for sauce thickener)
  • 2 teaspoons water (for sauce thickener)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by cutting the chicken into uniform 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of arrowroot powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss the chicken pieces until they’re fully coated.
Cooking Chicken
  1. Heat a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Wait for the oil to shimmer before adding the chicken in a single layer.
  2. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Set the chicken aside on a plate.
Cooking Green Beans and Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil and throw in the green beans. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and sauté for about 6 minutes until they’re tender-crisp with char marks.
  2. While the green beans are cooking, whisk together the chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and ginger in a small bowl.
  3. In another bowl, whisk 2 teaspoons of arrowroot powder with 2 teaspoons of water until smooth to create a thickening slurry.
Combine and Serve
  1. Once the beans are perfectly cooked, return the chicken to the skillet and toss everything together. Pour the honey garlic sauce and the arrowroot slurry over the chicken and beans, stirring to combine.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything nicely.
  3. Remove from heat and top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve over rice or cauliflower rice and enjoy!

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for about 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stovetop or microwave, adding a splash of water for moisture.