Description
Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet is a vibrant, one-pan meal that brings together juicy chicken and crisp green beans in a luscious lemon-garlic butter sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights and bursts with fresh flavors and comforting aromas. It’s not just easy to make—it’s also adaptable, allowing you to swap in your favorite vegetables for a personal touch. Impress your family and friends with this delightful blend of taste and efficiency.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Wash and trim the green beans; cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté the chicken: Heat olive oil and half the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken pieces; cook until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add garlic: Stir in minced garlic; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Incorporate green beans: Add green beans and lemon juice; cook for another 5 minutes until beans are tender yet crisp.
- Finish with butter: Stir in remaining butter until melted; adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve: Plate the dish, drizzling with sauce, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 110mg