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Easy One-Pan Honey Balsamic Chicken Recipe with Green Beans

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A quick and easy one-pan meal featuring tender chicken breasts roasted with fresh green beans in a sticky, sweet, and tangy honey balsamic glaze. Perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 12 ounces fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Trim the ends of the green beans, rinse under cold water, and pat dry thoroughly.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, dried thyme (if using), salt (about ½ teaspoon), and pepper (about ¼ teaspoon) until smooth.
  4. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and place them evenly spaced on a large rimmed baking sheet.
  5. Toss the green beans in the same bowl with a small drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  6. Arrange the green beans around the chicken breasts on the baking sheet, avoiding overcrowding.
  7. Brush each chicken breast generously with the honey balsamic glaze and drizzle any leftover glaze over the green beans.
  8. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes.
  9. At 20 minutes, use tongs to flip the chicken breasts, gently toss the green beans, and brush another layer of glaze on the chicken.
  10. Continue roasting for another 10-12 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the green beans are tender but still crisp.
  11. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes on the pan before slicing to seal in juices and thicken the glaze.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F for safety and juiciness. Pat chicken dry to help glaze stick and avoid steaming. Do not overcrowd the pan for even roasting and caramelization. Rest chicken after roasting to thicken glaze. Frozen green beans can be used if thawed and dried well. For less sweet glaze, reduce honey to 1 tablespoon and add a splash of orange juice or lemon.

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Keywords: one-pan, honey balsamic chicken, green beans, quick dinner, easy recipe, weeknight meal, gluten-free, dairy-free

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