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Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet

Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet Heaven

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A delightful Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet that's quick to prepare and sure to impress.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Keto, Paleo
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Can substitute with chicken breasts
For the Green Beans
  • 8 ounces Green Beans Trimmed and microwaved for even cooking
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Divided
  • 4 cloves Garlic Crushed or minced
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Can swap for vegetable stock
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika optional
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Crushed Chili Pepper Flakes Optional
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • measuring spoons
  • Instant-read thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season both sides with onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine green beans with a splash of water, cover, and microwave for 8-10 minutes until bright green and almost tender.
  3. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-low heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-6 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Flip the chicken thighs and cook for another 5-6 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from skillet.
  5. In the same skillet, melt remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add minced garlic, parsley, and pre-cooked green beans, sautéing for 4-5 minutes.
  6. Pour in lemon juice and chicken stock, stirring to combine. Simmer for about 2 minutes.
  7. Return the seared chicken thighs to the skillet, reheat gently for 1-2 minutes in the sauce. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with chili flakes and fresh parsley. Optionally add lemon slices for extra brightness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Add a splash of the sauce before sealing to keep chicken moist.

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