🍋 Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet Recipe 🍋
Introduction
Enjoy this delicious and zesty Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken with Green Beans, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal!
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tbsp butter, divided
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 lb green beans, trimmed
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Cook the chicken: Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp of butter and the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the green beans: In the same skillet, add the green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
- Prepare the sauce: Add the remaining 2 tbsp of butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, chicken broth, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Combine and serve: Return the chicken to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the green beans are tender and the chicken is heated through.
- Garnish and enjoy: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
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