Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs Recipe with Green Beans Bliss
A quick and satisfying Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs Recipe with Green Beans perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- Large skillet
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs Choose thighs for juicier flavor.
- 2 tablespoons butter Can substitute with olive oil for lactose-free.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Substitute with fresh minced garlic if desired.
- 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to preference.
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper Freshly ground yields best taste.
For the Sauce
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced Garlic paste can be used if unavailable.
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Fresh is best, but bottled can work.
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Dried parsley can be used in a pinch.
For the Green Beans
- 12 ounces whole green beans, frozen Fresh green beans can be substituted.
Instructions
How to Make Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs
- Heat the skillet over medium-high heat and melt the butter.
- Season both sides of the chicken thighs with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Cook the chicken thighs undisturbed for about 4 minutes until a golden crust forms.
- Drizzle half of the lemon juice over the chicken, add minced garlic and parsley, then flip chicken.
- Pour remaining lemon juice over chicken, add green beans, cover, and cook for 6 minutes.
- Remove chicken and cover green beans for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with additional fresh parsley before serving for added color and flavor.