Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet Recipe
This Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet is a flavorful and easy one-pan dish that combines tender chicken thighs with crisp green beans in a tangy lemon garlic butter sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-Frying, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
For the Green Beans:
- ½ cup chicken broth, divided
- 12 ounces fresh green beans
- 1–1/4 teaspoons salt, divided
For the Chicken:
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- 4–5 chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic (about 4 cloves)
- 1 lemon, juiced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 3 tablespoons butter
- Garnishes like fresh parsley, fresh dill, lemon slices, red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Green Beans: Heat a skillet with ¼ cup chicken broth, add green beans, cover, and steam for 5 minutes. Remove lid and cook for additional 2-3 minutes. Set aside.
- Season Chicken: Mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Season chicken thighs on both sides.
- Cook Chicken: Cook seasoned chicken in oil over medium-high heat, about 5-7 minutes per side. Transfer to plate.
- Make Sauce: Deglaze pan with remaining chicken broth. Add garlic, lemon juice, salt, and red pepper flakes. Simmer until reduced by half. Stir in butter.
- Combine: Return chicken and green beans to the pan. Mix with sauce and reheat for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with lemon slices, parsley, dill, and red pepper flakes.
Notes
- Make sure to pat the chicken dry before seasoning for a crispy skin.
- Adjust the seasoning and spice level according to your preference.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite herbs or additional veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken, Green Beans Skillet, One-Pan Chicken, Easy Dinner Recipe
