Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken

Share this Recipe!

Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken & Green Beans Skillet

Ingredients:

For the Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

For the Green Beans:

• 1 lb (450g) fresh green beans, trimmed
• Salt, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

Prepare the Chicken:

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through
4. (internal temperature 165°F). Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

Make the Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce:

1. In the same skillet, add minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, and paprika. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
2. Add lemon zest and juice, stirring to combine. Reduce heat to low, add the butter, and stir until completely melted and incorporated.
3. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the breasts. Cook for 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Prepare the Green Beans:

1. While chicken cooks, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and blanch for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender. Drain well.
2. In a separate skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the blanched green beans, fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until nicely coated and hot.
4. Arrange the sautéed green beans alongside the chicken, drizzle remaining skillet pan sauce over top, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve
5. hot.

Share this Recipe!