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Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs & Green Bean Skillet

Citrus Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb Boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 lb Fresh green beans trimmed
  • 3 tbsp Unsalted butter divided
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Lemon zest
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Red chili flakes
  • 1/4 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 pinch Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  • Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the minced garlic and red chili flakes, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add the trimmed green beans and chicken broth. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the beans are tender-crisp.
  • Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest. Return the chicken to the skillet, tossing everything to coat in the pan sauce. Serve immediately.