Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet

Here’s a Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet recipe that’s quick, flavorful, and perfect for a weeknight dinner. It’s a one-pan meal packed with zesty lemon, savory garlic, tender chicken, and crisp-tender green beans.

🍗 Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet

🕒 Ready in: 30 minutes

🍽 Serves: 3–4

🧄 Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 1/2 tsp paprika

• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Sauce & Beans:

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter

• 5 cloves garlic, minced

• Juice of 1 lemon (plus zest, if desired)

• 1/2 cup (120ml) low-sodium chicken broth

• 1 lb (450g) green beans, trimmed

• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

🔪 Instructions:

1. Season and Sear the Chicken:

   • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 2 tbsp olive oil.

   • Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes.

   • Sear the chicken for about 5–6 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

2. Sauté the Garlic and Green Beans:

   • In the same skillet, melt the butter.

   • Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

   • Toss in the green beans and cook for 4–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to become tender but still crisp.

3. Deglaze and Simmer:

   • Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

   • Let simmer for about 3 minutes to reduce slightly.

4. Return Chicken to Skillet:

   • Add the chicken back to the skillet. Toss everything together to coat in the sauce.

   • Let cook for another 2–3 minutes until everything is heated through and well combined.

5. Serve:

   • Garnish with fresh parsley and extra lemon zest, if desired.

   • Serve hot — great on its own or over rice, cauliflower rice, or pasta.

✅ Tips:

• Want it creamier? Stir in 2 tbsp of heavy cream or a dollop of cream cheese at the end.

• Add mushrooms or cherry tomatoes for more veggies.

• Use chicken thighs for a juicier result.