Description
A quick and flavorful one-pan meal, this Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet features tender chicken, crisp green beans, and a rich garlic butter sauce with a hint of lemon. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 lb green beans, trimmed
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon slices (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning on both sides.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Green Beans: In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed, then add green beans. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: Reduce heat to medium, add butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, stirring to deglaze the pan.
- Combine Everything: Return chicken to skillet, nestling it among green beans. Spoon sauce over chicken and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with chopped parsley and garnish with lemon slices.
Notes
- Spicy Kick: Add more red pepper flakes or cayenne.
- Cheesy Option: Sprinkle Parmesan or feta cheese.
- Additional Veggies: Add mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, or bell peppers.
- Dairy-Free: Substitute butter with olive oil.
- Low-Sodium: Use low-sodium broth and adjust seasoning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Lemon garlic chicken, one-pan meal, keto-friendly, low-carb dinner, easy chicken recipe