Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet – Bright, Buttery, and One-Pan Easy

This Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet is a quick, vibrant, and deeply satisfying meal made in just one pan. Tender chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection, then finished with a zesty lemon garlic butter sauce and crisp-tender green beans. It’s a light yet flavorful dish that brings a restaurant-quality dinner to your table in under 30 minutes.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Zesty and Fresh – The lemon garlic butter sauce brightens every bite.
Lean and Satisfying – High-protein chicken paired with fiber-rich veggies.
One-Skillet Simplicity – Fewer dishes, faster cleanup.
Ready in 30 Minutes – Perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute dinners.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 large), halved lengthwise
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp light butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• Juice of 1 lemon
• ½ tsp lemon zest
• ¾ lb fresh green beans, trimmed
• ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

1. Season and Sear the Chicken
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.

2. Cook the Green Beans
In the same skillet, add the green beans and a splash of chicken broth. Cover and cook for 4–5 minutes until just tender. Uncover and let excess liquid evaporate.

3. Make the Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce
Push green beans to the side. Add butter and garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice and zest.

4. Return Chicken to the Pan
Place the cooked chicken back into the skillet, spooning the lemon garlic butter sauce over the top. Let everything heat through for 2 minutes.

5. Garnish and Serve
Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot, with extra lemon wedges on the side.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Calories: 260
Protein: 30g
Fat: 11g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Sugar: 2g
Fiber: 3g

Tips for Success

• Slice Chicken Evenly – Halving the breasts helps them cook faster and more evenly.
• Crisp-Tender Veggies – Don’t overcook the green beans to preserve their snap and color.
• Don’t Skip the Butter – Even a small amount adds richness and depth.
• Fresh Lemon = Best Flavor – Bottled lemon juice won’t give the same bright zing.

Why This Recipe Works

The balance of lean protein, fresh veggies, and a bold lemon garlic butter sauce makes this dish both nourishing and satisfying. It’s low in carbs but high in flavor, and it all comes together in one skillet—making it as practical as it is delicious.

With juicy chicken, crisp green beans, and a lemony garlic butter glaze, this one-skillet wonder is proof that healthy meals can be quick, easy, and full of flavor. It’s everything you need in a weeknight dinner—bright, balanced, and done in no time.