Express
Orange-Maple Chicken
with thyme green beans
Prep & Cook Time: 10-15 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days
- Calorie-Conscious
- Protein-Packed
- Gluten-Smart
- Paleo-Friendly
Chef
Maija Barnes
Curious about the Paleo-Friendly diet? Our Paleo-Friendly meals feature lean proteins and fresh produce. They do not contain refined sugar, dairy products, canola or seed oils, high-fructose corn syrup, processed meats (like bacon, prosciutto or salami), grains, legumes, or peanuts. “Why might that be?” you ask. Paleo-Friendly diets are based on eating habits from the Paleolithic era. These meals contain simple ingredients while maintaining flavors you know and love. Try these simple, yet satisfying meals.
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 12 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 12 oz. Green Beans
- 1 Navel Orange
- 1 fl. oz. Pure Maple Syrup
- 2 Garlic Cloves
- 1 tsp. Onion Salt
- 3 Thyme Sprigs
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
-
Nutrition (per serving)
-
Calories420
-
Carbohydrates38g
-
Net Carbs31g
-
Fat11g
-
Protein39g
-
Sodium1500mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
-
If using filets mignon, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
-
If using salmon, pat dry. Add salmon, skin-side up first, and cook until salmon reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes per side.
-
1 Cook the Chicken
Pat chicken dry and season all over with half the onion salt (reserve remaining for green beans).
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil. Add chicken to hot pan and cook until browned and chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 5-7 minutes per side.Remove from burner. Transfer chicken to a plate and tent with foil. Wipe pan clean and reserve.While chicken cooks, continue recipe. -
2 Prepare the Ingredients
Trim green beans, if necessary.
Stem thyme leaves.Halve orange and juice.Mince garlic. -
3 Cook the Green Beans
Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Add green beans to hot pan and cook, 1 minute.
Add 1/4 cup water. Cover and cook until tender, 6-8 minutes.If green beans need more time, add 2 Tbsp. water, cover, and stir occasionally, 1-3 minutes.Stir in thyme and remaining onion salt until combined.Remove from burner.While green beans cook, continue recipe. -
4 Make Sauce and Finish Dish
Return pan used to cook chicken to medium heat. Add garlic, maple syrup, 1/4 cup orange juice, and a pinch of salt to hot pan. Bring to a simmer.
Once simmering, stir occasionally until thickened, 2-3 minutes.Remove from burner.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping chicken with sauce. Bon appétit!
Home Chef is a meal kit delivery service - order and receive home food delivery weekly. Choose from 35+ fresh recipes featuring steak, chicken, pork, fish, vegetarian options, and beyond to meet your cooking needs each week.
