Honey Lime Chicken and Green Beans
This Honey Lime Chicken and Green Beans is a sweet, spicy, and tangy easy dinner ready in under 20 minutes.
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HONEY LIME CHICKEN
There are so many things to love about this recipe. My honey lime chicken enchiladas are one of my favorite recipes and this has some of the same flavors. Here’s what I love.
- Ready in about 30 minutes
- High in protein and naturally gluten-free
- Sweet, tangy, and savory flavor combination
- Perfect for meal prep and leftovers
- One-pan cleanup
Can I use frozen green beans?
You can. Thaw them first and pat dry to prevent excess moisture during cooking. But honestly fresh is so much better.
Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
Absolutely. The flavors develop even more after a day in the refrigerator, making it an excellent meal-prep option.
OTHER EASY RECIPES:
- Teriyaki Chicken
- Chicken and Cheese Quesadilla Pie
- One-Pan Cheesy Chicken, Broccoli, and Rice
- Chicken Pot Pie Soup
- Baked Chicken Chimichangas
- Creamy Chicken Noodle Skillet
- Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
- Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce
Honey Lime Chicken and Green Beans
This Honey Lime Chicken and Green Beans is a sweet, spicy, and tangy easy dinner ready in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1½ inch pieces
HONEY LIME BUTTER
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
Equipment
12 inch skillet with a lid
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the chicken, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt. Toss to coat.
- Add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a 12-inch skillet with a lid and heat to medium-high heat. Once oil is hot, add the chicken in a single layer. Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side or until done. Don't move the chicken on the first sear so until time to flip so it gets a nice crust. Remove chicken when done to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
- Immediately add 1 cup of water to the skillet and add the green beans. Bring to a simmer, cover and cook for about 5 minutes or until green beans are tender.
- While green beans are cooking, stir together the honey lime butter. When green beans are done, remove lid and add about 2 tablespoons of the butter, sauteeing for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the chicken back to the pan to warm over medium heat. Once chicken is warm, remove from heat and drizzle chicken with remaining honey lime butter. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
