Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet

Servings

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

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Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 6 chicken thighs)
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

For the Sauce & Green Beans:

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• Juice and zest of 1 lemon
• ½ cup chicken broth (or white wine)
• ½ pound (225 g) fresh green beans, trimmed
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Lemon slices, for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

1. Season and sear the chicken

1. Pat chicken dry and season both sides with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C).
4. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

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2. Cook the green beans

1. In the same skillet, add a small splash of chicken broth if needed.
2. Add green beans and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until bright green and just tender.
3. Remove and set aside with the chicken.

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3. Make the lemon garlic butter sauce

1. Reduce heat to medium. Add the butter to the same skillet.
2. When melted, stir in garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and chicken broth (or white wine).
4. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan — that’s where all the flavor is!
5. Simmer for 1–2 minutes until the sauce slightly reduces and thickens.

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4. Combine and finish

1. Return chicken and green beans to the skillet.
2. Spoon the lemon garlic butter sauce over everything.
3. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, letting the flavors meld and the chicken warm through.

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5. Serve

• Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices.
• Serve immediately with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up that amazing sauce.

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Tips & Variations

• Spice it up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the butter sauce for a little heat.
• Creamy option: Stir in 2 tablespoons of heavy cream or a spoonful of cream cheese for a silky lemon-butter cream sauce.
• Veggie swap: Try broccoli, asparagus, or zucchini in place of green beans.
• Meal prep: Keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days — reheat gently to maintain moisture.

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This Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet is simple, bright, and incredibly flavorful — the kind of dish that feels fancy but comes together in no time.