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Skillet Chicken and Green Beans

A quick, one-skillet meal of seasoned chicken and tender green beans in a light lemon-garlic sauce.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 4-6 chicken thighs or breasts boneless, skinless
  • 1 pound green beans trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon oregano or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha or sweet chili sauce optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red chili pepper flakes optional
  • 1/2 cup chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or juice of 1/2 lemon

Instructions

  • Pat the chicken dry and, if using breasts, slice them in half horizontally to create thinner pieces; set aside.
  • In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano (or Italian seasoning), salt, and pepper.
  • Season both sides of the chicken with the spice mixture.
  • Place the trimmed green beans in a microwave-safe dish with 1/2 cup water and microwave on high for 8 minutes, then drain.
  • Heat the butter and avocado oil in a large heavy-duty skillet over medium heat until the butter melts.
  • Add the chicken and cook about 5 minutes per side, or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C); remove chicken and set aside.
  • Add the minced garlic, Sriracha or sweet chili sauce (if using), and crushed red pepper flakes (if using) to the same skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Stir in the microwaved green beans, chicken stock, and lemon juice; simmer for about 5 minutes until the beans reach your desired tenderness and the sauce reduces slightly.
  • Push the beans to the side, return the chicken to the skillet to warm and coat with the sauce, then serve.

Equipment

  • large heavy-duty skillet
  • Small Bowl
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Measuring Cups
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • microwave-safe dish

Notes

  • Adjust spice amounts to taste.
  • Use breasts or thighs based on preference.
  • Optional sauces add sweetness or heat.
  • Microwaving beans speeds cooking but you can steam or blanch instead.