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Servings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prep Time:<\/strong> 10 minutes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Cook Time:<\/strong> 20 minutes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ingredients<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For the Chicken:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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  • 4\u00a0boneless, skinless chicken breasts<\/strong>\u00a0(or 6 chicken thighs)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 teaspoon\u00a0paprika<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 teaspoon\u00a0garlic powder<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • \u00bd teaspoon\u00a0onion powder<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 2 tablespoons\u00a0olive oil<\/strong>\u00a0or\u00a0butter<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    For the Sauce & Green Beans:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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    • 3 tablespoons\u00a0unsalted butter<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 4\u00a0garlic cloves<\/strong>, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Juice and zest of\u00a01 lemon<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • \u00bd cup\u00a0chicken broth<\/strong>\u00a0(or white wine)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • \u00bd pound (225 g<\/strong>)\u00a0fresh green beans<\/strong>, trimmed<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 1 tablespoon\u00a0fresh parsley<\/strong>, chopped (for garnish)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Lemon slices, for garnish (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
      \n\n\n\n

      Instructions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      1. Season and sear the chicken<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Pat chicken dry and season both sides with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Sear chicken for\u00a04\u20135 minutes per side<\/strong>, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165\u00b0F \/ 74\u00b0C).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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        2. Cook the green beans<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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        1. In the same skillet, add a small splash of chicken broth if needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        2. Add green beans and cook for\u00a03\u20134 minutes<\/strong>, stirring occasionally, until bright green and just tender.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        3. Remove and set aside with the chicken.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
          \n\n\n\n

          3. Make the lemon garlic butter sauce<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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          1. Reduce heat to medium. Add the\u00a0butter<\/strong>\u00a0to the same skillet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          2. When melted, stir in\u00a0garlic<\/strong>\u00a0and saut\u00e9 for 30 seconds until fragrant.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          3. Add\u00a0lemon juice<\/strong>,\u00a0lemon zest<\/strong>, and\u00a0chicken broth<\/strong>\u00a0(or white wine).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          4. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan \u2014 that\u2019s where all the flavor is!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          5. Simmer for\u00a01\u20132 minutes<\/strong>\u00a0until the sauce slightly reduces and thickens.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
            \n\n\n\n

            4. Combine and finish<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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            1. Return chicken and green beans to the skillet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            2. Spoon the lemon garlic butter sauce over everything.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            3. Simmer for\u00a02\u20133 minutes<\/strong>, letting the flavors meld and the chicken warm through.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
              \n\n\n\n

              5. Serve<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
                \n
              • Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Serve immediately with\u00a0rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread<\/strong>\u00a0to soak up that amazing sauce.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                Tips & Variations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
                  \n
                • Spice it up:<\/strong>\u00a0Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the butter sauce for a little heat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Creamy option:<\/strong>\u00a0Stir in 2 tablespoons of heavy cream or a spoonful of cream cheese for a silky lemon-butter cream sauce.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Veggie swap:<\/strong>\u00a0Try broccoli, asparagus, or zucchini in place of green beans.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Meal prep:<\/strong>\u00a0Keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days \u2014 reheat gently to maintain moisture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                  This Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet<\/strong> is simple, bright, and incredibly flavorful \u2014 the kind of dish that feels fancy but comes together in no time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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