Description
This one-pan meal is the perfect solution for busy weeknights, offering a protein-packed, nutritious dinner with minimal cleanup. It features juicy, golden-brown chicken breasts seasoned to perfection, paired with crisp-tender fresh green beans. Everything is tossed in a rich, zesty garlic butter sauce infused with lemon and fresh herbs, ensuring a professional-grade flavor level that both children and adults will love. The entire dish comes together in just thirty minutes using only one skillet, making it an efficient and delicious choice for your home cooking repertoire.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
0.5 teaspoon Italian seasoning
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts evenly on both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, add the green beans and a splash of water, covering for 3-4 minutes to steam until crisp-tender.
Lower the heat to medium and add the butter and minced garlic to the skillet, stirring until fragrant.
Return the chicken to the pan and toss everything with the garlic butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure you trim the ends of the green beans for the best texture. Use a meat thermometer to guarantee the chicken reaches the safe internal temperature of 165°F. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Chicken Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast with portion of beans
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 130mg