Description
This Honey Garlic Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts roasted alongside sweet potatoes and green beans, all coated in a flavorful honey garlic sauce. It’s a perfectly balanced meal with a touch of sweetness, garlic kick, and nutritious vegetables, ideal for a wholesome weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Sauce
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Vegetables
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups fresh green beans, trimmed
Oils
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Make Honey Garlic Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, paprika, salt, and pepper to create the flavorful honey garlic sauce.
- Prepare Chicken: Place the chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and half of the honey garlic sauce, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated.
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: In a separate bowl, toss diced sweet potatoes with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them out in a single layer around the chicken on the baking sheet for even roasting.
- Roast Chicken and Sweet Potatoes: Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and sweet potatoes are tender. Stir the sweet potatoes halfway through cooking to ensure even roasting.
- Cook Green Beans: While roasting, steam or blanch the green beans in boiling water for 3-4 minutes until they are tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
- Add Green Beans and Sauce: After 20 minutes, remove the baking sheet and add the cooked green beans around the chicken and sweet potatoes. Drizzle the remaining honey garlic sauce over the green beans and toss everything gently to coat.
- Finish Roasting: Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the green beans are tender.
- Serve: Serve the honey garlic chicken with roasted sweet potatoes and green beans together, garnished with freshly chopped parsley for added flavor and color.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to guarantee food safety.
- You can substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free options.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the honey garlic sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Steaming green beans helps retain their vibrant color and crisp texture.
