Chicken-Wrapped Green Bean Bundles
Looking for a tasty and impressive side dish? These Chicken-Wrapped Green Bean Bundles are a must-try! Combining tender green beans with savory chicken, this recipe is perfect for family gatherings or busy weeknight dinners. With minimal preparation and a delightful flavor profile, they’re sure to become a new favorite in your kitchen. The crispy chicken provides a satisfying crunch that pairs beautifully with the fresh green beans, while an optional sweet and savory glaze enhances the overall taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Fresh green beans (1 pound)
- Chicken (8-10 slices, cut in half)
- Olive oil (1 tablespoon)
- Garlic powder (1 teaspoon)
- Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
- Pepper (1/4 teaspoon)
- Optional: Brown sugar (2 tablespoons)
- Optional: Soy sauce (1 tablespoon)
- Optional: Black pepper (1/4 teaspoon)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and trim green beans.
- Optional: Blanch green beans for 2-3 minutes and place in ice bath.
- Group 6-8 green beans into small bundles.
- Wrap each bundle with half a slice of chicken, securing with a toothpick if needed.
- Arrange on a lined baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. If using the glaze, mix brown sugar, soy sauce, and black pepper before drizzling over the bundles.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken is crispy and green beans are tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bundles (approximately 160g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg