Sweet and Spicy Hoisin Honey Chicken with Green Beans and Rice

This hoisin honey chicken is the perfect balance of sweet, savory and spicy. Tender chicken strips are coated in a glossy sauce made with hoisin, honey and a touch of Sriracha, then served alongside crisp roasted green beans and fluffy jasmine rice. It’s a complete meal that comes together in just 20 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights.

The secret to this dish is the combination of fresh ginger and scallions, which add a fragrant kick. A sprinkle of sesame seeds and scallion greens on top gives it a beautiful finish. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or the whole family, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.

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Ingredients

0.5 cup Jasmine RiceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit ScallionsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 thumb GingerView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 tablespoon Hoisin SauceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon SrirachaView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon HoneyView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Chicken Breast StripsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

6 ounce Green BeansView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Sesame SeedsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon ButterView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Adjust rack to top position and preheat oven to 425°F. Wash and dry produce. In a small pot, combine rice, ¾ cup water (1½ cups for 4 servings) and a big pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce to a low simmer. Cook until rice is tender, 15-18 minutes. Keep covered off heat until ready to serve.
2. While rice cooks, trim green beans if necessary. Toss green beans on a baking sheet with a drizzle of oil, salt and pepper. Roast on top rack until golden brown and tender, 12-15 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, trim and thinly slice scallions, separating whites from greens. Peel and mince ginger. In a small bowl, combine hoisin, honey, 2 TBSP water (3 TBSP for 4 servings) and Sriracha to taste.
4. Pat chicken dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. Heat a large drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, 3-5 minutes (it will finish cooking in the next step).
5. Once chicken is browned, add scallion whites and ginger to pan. Cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Pour in sauce; cook until sauce has thickened and chicken is coated and cooked through, 2-3 minutes more. Turn off heat.
6. Fluff rice with a fork and stir in 1 TBSP butter (2 TBSP for 4 servings); season with salt and pepper. Divide rice, green beans and chicken between plates. Garnish with scallion greens and sesame seeds. Serve.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different protein instead of chicken?

Yes, you can substitute chicken with shrimp, pork or tofu. Adjust cooking time accordingly.

Can I make this dish ahead of time?

This dish is best served fresh, but you can prep the ingredients ahead. Cooked leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Is there a substitute for hoisin sauce?

You can use a mix of soy sauce, peanut butter and a little honey as a substitute, but the flavor will be different.