Description
Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet is a quick and flavorful one-pan meal that combines juicy chicken with vibrant green beans in a zesty lemon-garlic sauce. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it an irresistible comfort food option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cups fresh green beans, trimmed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (divided)
- Juice and zest of 2 lemons
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients, allowing chicken to come to room temperature.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the chicken and sear for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Add minced garlic and green beans to the skillet; sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes until the beans are tender-crisp.
- Squeeze in lemon juice and zest; stir well.
- Add remaining butter to create a luscious sauce. Simmer for an additional minute before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with green beans (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: Customize by substituting green beans with asparagus or broccoli. For added flavor, sprinkle with parmesan cheese or red pepper flakes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.