Description
Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet is a vibrant dish that brings together succulent chicken breasts sautéed in a savory garlic butter sauce, paired with fresh green beans. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With zesty lemon and aromatic garlic, every bite offers a delightful burst of flavor that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh green beans, trimmed
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tbsp of butter until melted.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; sear in the skillet for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in green beans, chicken broth, and lemon juice; cook for 5 minutes until beans are tender-crisp.
- Return chicken to the skillet; simmer for an additional few minutes to combine flavors.
- Serve immediately, drizzling with remaining sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with green beans (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: - For added spice, sprinkle red pepper flakes during cooking. - Substitute green beans with asparagus or snap peas as desired. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.