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Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Lina Carter
  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 cups fresh green beans, trimmed
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 lemon, juiced and zested
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– Salt, to taste
– Black pepper, to taste
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)


Instructions

Creating Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet is straightforward. Follow these simple steps for a delicious meal:

1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano on both sides.
2. Heat the Skillet: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Cook the Chicken: Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
4. Saute Garlic: In the same skillet, add the butter and allow it to melt. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Add Green Beans: Toss in the green beans and sauté for an additional 4-5 minutes until they become tender yet crisp.
6. Incorporate Lemon Juice: Stir in the lemon juice and zest, allowing the vibrant flavors to meld together.
7. Combine Chicken and Beans: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Squeeze more lemon juice over the top if desired and let everything simmer for 2 minutes to heat through.
8. Garnish: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top before serving for a burst of color.
9. Serve Warm: Enjoy this delicious meal right out of the skillet for an easy and satisfying dinner.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 400 kcal
  • Fat: 25g
  • Protein: 30g