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Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet

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This one-pan Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet is the ultimate quick and healthy dinner. Juicy chicken breasts are seared to perfection, then simmered in a flavorful lemon garlic butter sauce with crisp-tender green beans. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights!

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 2 large chicken breasts, halved horizontally (or 4 small chicken fillets)
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce:

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
  • 1 tsp honey (optional, for balance)
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

For the Green Beans:

  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken:
    • Season the chicken fillets with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cook the Chicken:
    • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
    • Add the chicken fillets and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Sauté the Green Beans:
    • In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Toss in the green beans and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Make the Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce:
    • Melt the butter in the skillet and sauté the minced garlic for 1 minute, until fragrant.
    • Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, honey, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a simmer and cook for 2–3 minutes, letting the flavors combine.
  5. Combine Everything:
    • Return the chicken and green beans to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and beans. Simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes to heat everything through.
    • Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For extra lemon flavor, add some lemon zest to the sauce.
  • To make this dish keto-friendly, omit the honey.
  • Feel free to swap green beans with asparagus or broccoli for variety.
  • This dish pairs well with rice, mashed potatoes, or a simple salad.

Find it online: https://ukfinda.com/lemon-garlic-butter-chicken-and-green-beans-skillet/