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Skillet Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans

Skillet Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans is a quick one-pan dinner made with juicy chicken, crisp green beans, garlic butter, and fresh lemon.
Ready in 30 minutes.
Perfect for busy weeknights and low carb meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

Chicken

  • 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Green Beans

  • 12 ounces fresh green beans trimmed and halved
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • Pinch of kosher salt
  • Pinch of black pepper

Seasoning

  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Garlic Butter Sauce

  • 4 –5 garlic cloves finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
  • In a small bowl, combine the kosher salt, Italian seasoning, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken and sprinkle the seasoning evenly over the pieces. Toss to coat.
  • Spread the chicken into a single layer and cook undisturbed for about 2 minutes until lightly browned.
  • Stir and continue cooking for another 2–3 minutes until fully cooked.
  • Transfer the chicken to a plate.
  • Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet.
  • Add the green beans and cook for 2–3 minutes, tossing frequently.
  • Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and add the water.
  • Cover and cook for 4–7 minutes until the beans are tender-crisp.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter with the minced garlic in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat for 1 minute, stir, then heat for another minute, watching carefully to avoid burning the garlic.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet with the green beans.
  • Increase the heat to medium and pour the garlic butter over everything.
  • Add the parsley and gently toss until evenly coated.
  • Cook for another 1–2 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice.
  • Serve your Skillet Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans immediately.

Notes

  • Frozen green beans can be substituted but may cook slightly faster.
  • Fresh parsley adds brightness but dried parsley can be used if necessary.
  • Serve with cauliflower rice for a low carb chicken meal.
  • Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread for a heartier dinner.