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Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet : Learn How To Make The Most Delicious Meal Ever

30-Minute Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A simple and flavorful one-pan dish featuring tender chicken cooked in a lemon garlic butter sauce with crisp green beans.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
  5. Add green beans and cook for 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  6. Return chicken to skillet, pour lemon juice over everything, and simmer for 2 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle with lemon zest before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh green beans for best texture.
  • Adjust lemon juice to your taste preference.
  • Serve immediately for optimal flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with green beans
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: lemon garlic butter chicken, green beans skillet, one pan meal, easy chicken recipe