Description
Savory, sweet, and oh-so-satisfying, Honey Garlic Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans is the ultimate weeknight dinner. This flavor-packed dish combines juicy chicken, caramelized veggies, and a heavenly honey garlic glaze for a meal that’s sure to delight the whole family.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Honey
- Soy sauce
- Minced garlic
- Olive oil
- Sweet potatoes
- Green beans
- Paprika
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place the chicken breasts in a zip-top bag or shallow dish, pour the marinade over them, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, along with a sprinkle of salt, pepper, and paprika (if using). Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway, until they’re golden brown and tender.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade. Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until it’s golden brown and cooked through. Reduce the heat, pour in the reserved marinade, and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken into a delectable glaze.
4. While the chicken is cooking, steam the trimmed green beans in a pot of boiling water for 4-5 minutes until they’re crisp-tender. Drain and season with a pinch of salt.
5. Arrange the glazed honey garlic chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and steamed green beans on a plate. Drizzle any extra sauce from the skillet over the chicken for maximum flavor.
Notes
To ensure your honey garlic chicken turns out juicy and flavorful every time, be sure to:
– Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours) to allow the flavors to fully penetrate the meat.
– Don’t overcrowd the skillet when cooking the chicken – work in batches if needed to achieve a nice sear.
– Keep a close eye on the chicken as it simmers in the glaze to prevent it from drying out.
– Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 70