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Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Green Beans Skillet

Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Green Beans Skillet
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 pound fresh green beans trimmed
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

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Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Chef’s knife
  • 1 Measuring cups
  • 1 Measuring spoons
  • 1 Tongs
  • 1 Serving plate

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  3. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes until the skin is crispy and browned.
  4. Flip the chicken thighs and add the minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter, chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest into the skillet, stirring to combine.
  6. Add the green beans, dried thyme, and crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet, stirring everything together.
  7. Cover the skillet and let the chicken and green beans simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the green beans are tender.
  8. Remove the lid and let everything cook for an additional 3-5 minutes to reduce the sauce slightly.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Storage & Reheating:
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm the chicken and green beans in a skillet over medium heat until heated through, about 5-7 minutes.
Variations:
- Swap the chicken thighs for boneless chicken breasts for a lighter option.
- Add other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for extra nutrition.
- Use brown butter for a nuttier flavor profile.
- Substitute the green beans with asparagus or broccoli for a different twist.