Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet
A delightful one-pan meal featuring tender chicken and fresh green beans in a flavorful lemon garlic butter sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs) Can use thighs for a juicier option.
- 1 teaspoon salt For seasoning the chicken.
- ½ teaspoon black pepper For seasoning the chicken.
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking.
- 1 tablespoon butter For cooking.
- 2 cups fresh green beans, trimmed For best texture and taste.
- 2 tablespoons butter For sautéing garlic.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic for better flavor.
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) For heat.
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 3 tablespoons butter For the lemon garlic sauce.
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Adjust to taste.
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning For added flavor.
- Lemon slices, for garnish
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat dry the chicken and season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Cooking
- Sear the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove it from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of butter and the minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the green beans, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Add 3 tablespoons of butter to the skillet, then pour in lemon juice and chicken broth. Stir in Italian seasoning and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Return the chicken and green beans to the skillet, coating them in the lemon butter sauce. Let everything simmer together for 2 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley and lemon slices before serving.
Notes
For a little extra kick, add more red pepper flakes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.