Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet
A vibrant and flavorful one-skillet meal made with tender chicken breasts, crisp green beans, and a rich lemon garlic butter sauce. Perfect for a quick and wholesome dinner.
Equipment
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts boneless and skinless
- 2 cups green beans trimmed
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 cup chicken broth low-sodium preferred
- 1 piece lemon juiced
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken on both sides until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Add green beans to the same skillet and sauté until tender-crisp, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, and butter. Stir and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Return chicken to skillet and coat with the sauce. Simmer for another 2 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
For extra depth, add a pinch of crushed red pepper or a sprinkle of Parmesan before serving.