Soy-Glazed Chicken Tenders with Jasmine Rice and Sesame Green Beans

Prep: 15 minCook: 25 min2 servingsmediumAmerican
Soy-Glazed Chicken Tenders with Jasmine Rice and Sesame Green Beans

Asian-inspired chicken tenders in a sweet-savory soy glaze, served alongside fluffy jasmine rice and crispy roasted green beans with sesame oil and seeds. The tender chicken gets a caramelized coating from the soy-sugar sauce, while fresh ginger and garlic add aromatic depth. Perfect for weeknight dinners when you want restaurant flavors at home. The combination of textures and the bright lime finish make this a satisfying, well-balanced meal.

Ingredients

2 servings
  • 1 thumb Ginger
  • 2 clove Garlic
  • 2 unit Scallions
  • 1 unit Lime
  • ¾ cup Jasmine Rice
    Brown Rice1:1whole-grain

    Increase cooking time to 25-30 minutes

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  • 6 ounce Green Beans
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds
  • 12 ounce Chicken Tenders
    Chicken Thighs1:1gluten-freedairy-free

    Cut into strips

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  • 3 tablespoon Soy Sauce
    Tamari1:1gluten-freegluten-freesoy-free

    Use same amount

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  • 1 tablespoon White Wine Vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon Cornstarch
  • 4 teaspoon Vegetable Oil
  • 2 tablespoon Sugar
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Wash and dry all produce, then preheat oven to 425 degrees

  2. 2

    Bring water and salt to boil in medium pot

  3. 3

    Peel and mince ginger, mince garlic, slice scallions keeping whites and greens separate, halve lime and cut one half into wedges

  4. 4

    Add rice to boiling water, cover, reduce heat to simmer and cook until tender

  5. 5

    Remove rice from heat and keep covered

  6. 6

    Toss green beans with oil on baking sheet, season with salt and pepper, then roast until crisp

  7. 7

    Toss roasted green beans with sesame oil, sesame seeds, and lime squeeze

  8. 8

    Heat oil in large pan over medium-high heat

  9. 9

    Pat chicken dry and cook in single layer until browned but not cooked through

  10. 10

    Remove chicken from pan and set aside

  11. 11

    Heat more oil in same pan over medium-high heat

  12. 12

    Whisk soy sauce, sugar, white wine vinegar, and cornstarch in small bowl

  13. 13

    Add scallion whites, garlic, and ginger to pan and cook until softened

  14. 14

    Stir in soy sauce mixture and bring to simmer, let thicken slightly

  15. 15

    Return chicken to pan, toss to coat, and cook until no longer pink in center

  16. 16

    Add lime squeeze to rice and fluff with fork

  17. 17

    Divide rice, green beans, and chicken between plates, drizzle with remaining sauce, and garnish with scallion greens and sesame seeds

  18. 18

    Serve with lime wedges

Tips

Tip 1

Pat chicken completely dry before cooking to ensure proper browning and prevent oil splatter

Tip 2

Keep rice covered after cooking to maintain moisture and fluffiness while finishing other components

Tip 3

Reserve extra sesame seeds and oil for garnishing to add texture and fresh sesame flavor

Good to Know

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days in airtight containers

Make Ahead

Prep vegetables and make sauce mixture up to 1 day ahead

Serve With

Serve immediately while chicken is hot and rice is fluffy

Common Mistakes

Watch

Don't overcrowd chicken in pan to avoid steaming instead of browning

Watch

Keep rice covered after cooking to prevent drying out

Substitutions

Dairy-Free Swaps

Chicken Tenders
Chicken Thighs1:1gluten-freedairy-free

Cut into strips

Full guide →

Gluten-Free Swaps

Soy Sauce
Tamari1:1gluten-freegluten-freesoy-free

Use same amount

Full guide →

General Alternatives

Jasmine Rice
Brown Rice1:1whole-grain

Increase cooking time to 25-30 minutes

Full guide →
Find more substitutions →

FAQ

Can I use frozen green beans instead of fresh?

Yes, but reduce roasting time to 8-10 minutes and pat completely dry before seasoning to prevent excess moisture.

What if I don't have sesame oil for the green beans?

Use a neutral oil and add extra sesame seeds for flavor, or substitute with a small amount of toasted peanut oil.

How long will the leftover glazed chicken keep?

Store refrigerated up to 3 days. Reheat gently in microwave or pan to maintain tender texture and prevent overcooking.