One-Pan Balsamic Chicken with Garlic Green Beans
Juicy chicken breasts cooked in a tangy balsamic glaze, served alongside tender garlic sautéed green beans for a quick and flavorful dinner. This mediterranean-inspired chicken ready in about 30 minutes pairs olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 12 oz, trimmed fresh green beans
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp dried thyme. Add chicken to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil and the 4 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 12 oz trimmed fresh green beans and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp.
- Step 3: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar and 2 tbsp honey. Pour the mixture into the skillet with green beans and cook for 2 more minutes until sauce thickens and coats the beans.
- Step 4: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the balsamic glaze over them, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to warm through. Serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Balsamic Chicken with Garlic Green Beans take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pan Balsamic Chicken with Garlic Green Beans?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Balsamic Chicken with Garlic Green Beans?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pan Balsamic Chicken with Garlic Green Beans for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with One-Pan Balsamic Chicken with Garlic Green Beans?
Mediterranean chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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