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Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans

Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans in 30 Minutes

Delightful Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans, a quick, flavor-packed dish ideal for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Skinless for healthy finish
  • 0.5 cups Chicken Stock Low-sodium recommended
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Green Beans Can swap with broccoli or asparagus
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced for best flavor
For the Sauce
  • 0.25 cups Lemon Juice Fresh preferred
  • 3 tablespoons Butter Substitute with olive oil for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste
For Garnishing
  • 0.25 cups Parsley Fresh chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prep: Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Cook Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Add chicken thighs and cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes per side.
  3. Add Aromatics: Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and a pinch of red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant.
  4. Incorporate Green Beans: Add 2 cups of green beans, 0.25 cups of lemon juice, and 0.5 cups of chicken stock.
  5. Simmer: Cover and let simmer for 6-8 minutes until chicken is fully cooked through.
  6. Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve over rice or alongside a fresh salad for a balanced meal.

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