Chicken and green beans are the weeknight lifesavers I can always count on. They are affordable, quick to make, and take little effort to change up the taste so it feels like a completely different meal. Here’s how you can use this dynamic duo 21 unique ways and no one will complain.
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1) Lemon Herb Chicken with Green Beans
Bright and new and feels lighter than it actually is!
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Ingredients
Method
- Season chicken with salt and sear in olive oil 6-7 minutes per side until golden.
- Remove chicken and add green beans to the same pan.
- Saute green beans with garlic 5 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Return chicken, add lemon juice and zest, and simmer 2 minutes.
- Sprinkle with parsley and serve.
Notes
2) Chicken Stir-fry with Ginger Green Beans
You can do this faster than you can do takeout because you already have all the ingredients in your fridge!
Ingredients
Method
- Toss sliced chicken with cornstarch.
- Stir-fry chicken in hot oil 4-5 minutes until browned, then set aside.
- Add green beans and stir-fry 4 minutes until blistered.
- Return chicken with ginger, garlic, and soy sauce.
- Toss 2 minutes until glossy and serve over rice.
Notes
3) Spicy Honey Chicken and Green Bean Skillet
An easy sweet heat recipe with everything in one pan, because nobody wants to do extra dishes during a long work week!
Ingredients
Method
- Sear cubed chicken in olive oil until browned and cooked through, then set aside.
- Add green beans to the skillet and cook 5 minutes.
- Whisk honey, sriracha, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes together.
- Return chicken, pour in the sauce, and toss until everything is sticky.
- Simmer 2 minutes until glazed and serve.
Notes
4) Garlic Butter Chicken with Sautéed Green Beans
This is great with garlic butter!
Ingredients
Method
- Season and sear chicken in 2 tablespoons butter 6-7 minutes per side, then remove.
- Melt remaining butter and saute garlic 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add green beans and cook 5-6 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Return chicken and spoon the garlic butter over the top.
- Sprinkle with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
5) Parmesan Crusted Chicken and Roasted Green Beans
Your kids will be asking you over and over again for the crispy chicken.
Ingredients
Method
- Dip chicken in beaten egg, then press into a mix of Parmesan, panko, and garlic powder.
- Place on a sheet pan and drizzle with olive oil.
- Toss green beans with oil and arrange around the chicken.
- Roast at 425F for 22-25 minutes until chicken is golden and cooked through.
- Rest 5 minutes, then serve.
Notes
6) Teriyaki Chicken and Green Beans Bowl
This rice bowl is made for a stay-at-home and treat yourself kind of vibe!
Ingredients
Method
- Sear cubed chicken in oil until browned and cooked through.
- Add green beans and cook 5 minutes.
- Pour in teriyaki sauce and honey, tossing until glazed.
- Simmer 2-3 minutes until sticky.
- Spoon over rice and finish with sesame seeds and scallions.
Notes
7) Cajun Chicken with Charred Green Beans
The bold smoky flavors add a little attitude to this meal and make it ready to go!
Ingredients
Method
Notes
8) Rosemary Chicken and Balsamic Green Beans
This is rustic and herby and always reminds me of Sunday dinner.
Ingredients
Method
- Rub chicken with rosemary, salt, and a little olive oil.
- Sear 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through, then remove.
- Add green beans and garlic to the pan and cook 5 minutes.
- Pour in balsamic vinegar and simmer until it coats the beans.
- Return chicken to warm through and serve.
Notes
9) Thai Basil Chicken with Green Beans
Your family will fall in love with the flavor and the small amount of heat in this dish. It will be done in twenty minutes!
Ingredients
Method
- Stir-fry garlic and chilies in oil 30 seconds.
- Add ground chicken and cook until browned, breaking it up.
- Toss in green beans and stir-fry 4-5 minutes.
- Add fish sauce and soy sauce and cook 2 minutes.
- Stir in Thai basil until just wilted and serve over rice.
Notes
10) Chicken and Green Bean Casserole
You can eat comfort food any day of the year; you don’t have to wait for a holiday to do it!
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Ingredients
Method
- Blanch green beans 4 minutes, then drain.
- Stir together soup, milk, garlic powder, and half the cheese.
- Fold in chicken and green beans and spread in a baking dish.
- Top with remaining cheese and the fried onions.
- Bake at 375F for 30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
11) Mediterranean Chicken and Green Beans
Great flavors that change your ordinary weeknight into a little vacation.
Ingredients
Method
- Sear cubed chicken in olive oil with oregano until golden and cooked through.
- Add green beans and cook 5 minutes.
- Toss in cherry tomatoes and olives and cook 3 minutes until softened.
- Finish with lemon juice and a pinch of salt.
- Serve with crumbled feta if you like.
Notes
12) Honey Dijon Chicken and Green Bean Salad
This is an example of a warm salad that has a crunch and will fill you up.
Ingredients
Method
- Whisk Dijon, honey, olive oil, and vinegar into a dressing.
- Brush chicken with some dressing and sear 6-7 minutes per side, then slice.
- Blanch green beans 4 minutes and shock in ice water.
- Toss the beans with most of the remaining dressing.
- Top with sliced chicken and toasted almonds and drizzle the last of the dressing.
Notes
13) Chicken and Green Bean Sheet Pan Dinner
Dinner cooks itself with little to no cleanup because everything is done in one pan.
Ingredients
Method
- Toss potatoes with oil and seasoning and roast at 425F for 15 minutes.
- Push potatoes aside and add chicken to the pan.
- Roast 10 minutes more.
- Add green beans, drizzle with oil, and roast a final 10 minutes.
- Check chicken is cooked through and serve straight off the pan.
Notes
14) Pesto Chicken with Green Beans and Tomatoes
Basil pesto is a great way to add flavor to chicken for dinner during the week.
Ingredients
Method
- Sear cubed chicken in olive oil until golden and cooked through.
- Add green beans and cook 5 minutes.
- Toss in cherry tomatoes and cook until they start to burst.
- Stir in pesto until everything is coated.
- Top with shaved Parmesan and serve.
Notes
15) Italian Chicken and Green Bean Bake
With plenty of gooey cheese and rich sauce, you’ll want to get seconds!
Ingredients
Method
- Toss chicken and green beans with olive oil and Italian seasoning.
- Spread in a baking dish and pour marinara over the top.
- Cover with foil and bake at 400F for 20 minutes.
- Uncover, scatter on the mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Bake 12-15 minutes more until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
16) Sesame Chicken and Green Beans
This version is better than what you get in the takeaway box, it is nutty and delicious.
Ingredients
Method
- Sear cubed chicken in vegetable oil until browned and cooked through.
- Add green beans and cook 5 minutes.
- Whisk soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil together.
- Pour the sauce over and toss until glossy.
- Sprinkle generously with toasted sesame seeds and serve over rice.
Notes
17) Chicken Fajitas with Green Beans
A fun variation for fajitas that adds some greens to the mix.
Ingredients
Method
- Toss sliced chicken with fajita seasoning.
- Sear chicken in olive oil over high heat until browned, then set aside.
- Add peppers, onion, and green beans and saute 6-7 minutes until charred.
- Return chicken and toss together 2 minutes.
- Serve sizzling with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.
Notes
18) Barbecue Chicken and Green Bean Kebabs
Smoky BBQ kebabs will have you living that cookout lifestyle, even on a weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Method
- Toss chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, and salt.
- Thread chicken and folded green beans alternately onto skewers.
- Grill over medium-high heat 5 minutes per side.
- Brush with barbecue sauce and grill 3-4 minutes more until sticky and charred.
- Rest a couple minutes, then serve.
Notes
19) Cheesy Chicken and Green Bean Bake
You'll feel so good inside about the meal you ate as well as having a perfectly clean plate!
Ingredients
Method
- Blanch green beans 4 minutes and drain.
- Sear cubed chicken until golden and cooked through.
- Whisk cream, cream cheese, garlic, salt, and half the cheddar into a sauce.
- Combine chicken, green beans, and sauce in a baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake at 375F for 25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
20) Apricot Glazed Chicken and Green Beans
Try this wonderful apricot glaze to make these basic chicken recipes more exciting!
Ingredients
Method
- Sear seasoned chicken in olive oil 6-7 minutes per side, then remove.
- Add green beans to the pan and cook 5 minutes.
- Whisk apricot preserves, Dijon, and soy sauce together.
- Return chicken, pour in the glaze, and simmer until thickened.
- Spoon the apricot glaze over everything and serve.
Notes
21) Curried Chicken and Green Bean Soup
This is mildly spiced dish is perfect for those chilly evenings when you need a warm 'hug' or some comfort.
Ingredients
Method
- Saute onion and garlic in oil until soft.
- Stir in curry powder and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken, broth, and coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
- Simmer 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Add green beans and cook 8 more minutes, then serve with rice or naan.
