Quick and Easy Southern Green Beans with Chicken
Looking for a quick and delightful side dish that will elevate your dinner experience? Our Quick and Easy Southern Green Beans with Chicken is a must-try! This recipe features fresh green beans sautéed to perfection with crispy chicken, aromatic onion, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar. It’s an effortlessly delicious dish that can be ready in just 35 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Packed with flavor and easy to prepare, this recipe will quickly become a favorite at your table. Enjoy the comfort of home-cooked goodness without the hassle!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
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- 1 pound fresh green beans (ends trimmed)
- 1 pound chicken breast (chopped)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chopped chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper; cook until fragrant.
- Add green beans to the skillet and stir well to coat with the onion mixture.
- Pour in chicken broth if using; cover and simmer for about 15 minutes until green beans are tender.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet and stir gently to combine; heat through for 2 minutes.
- Season with salt to taste before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg