Skillet Chicken and Green Beans

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Skillet Chicken and Green Beans

Skillet Chicken and Green Beans is the perfect one-pan meal for busy nights! Juicy, seasoned chicken cooks up golden and flavorful alongside crisp-tender green beans. It’s quick, wholesome and packed with flavor. Perfect for a weeknight dinner that comes together in no time!

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chicken and green beans recipe

Servings: people

Author: Layla Atik

Ingredients

4-6 chicken thighs or breasts boneless, skinless
1 pound green beans trimmed
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon avocado oil
1 teaspoon EACH paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano or Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon EACH salt & pepper
4 garlic cloves 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 ½ lemon

Instructions

Pat the chicken dry to remove excess moisture. If using breasts, cut in half to make them thinner. In a small bowl, whisk the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt & pepper. Season both sides of the chicken with the spice mixture.
Place the green beans in a microwave-safe dish with 1/2 cup water and cook in the microwave for 8 minutes. While the beans are cooking, heat the butter and oil in a large heavy-duty pan over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 5 minutes per side or until cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Add garlic, sriracha, and chili flakes to the same skillet. Sauté for 1 minute, then add the green beans, chicken stock and lemon juice. Simmer for 5 minutes or until green beans are cooked to your desired consistency.
Push the green beans to the side and return the chicken to the pan. Garnish with chopped parsley, lemon slices, or freshly grated parmesan cheese, if desired.

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