Skillet Garlic Lemon Butter Chicken
Ingredients
- ¼ call-purpose flour
- 2 tbspeach: grated parmesan and olive oil
- ½ tspeach garlic powder and italian seasoning
- 1 ¼ lbboneless
skinless chicken breasts, or thighs
- ¼ clemon juice + 1 lemon
sliced
- 4 clovesgarlic
minced
- ¼ tspred pepper flakes
- 4 tbspcold butter
cubed into 4 pieces
- 12 ozgreen beans
cut into 1-inch pieces
Directions
- 1
CHICKEN: Add the flour, parmesan, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper to a shallow dish and whisk. Add each piece of chicken to the flour mixture and coat on both sides, dust off any excess flour. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Add the chicken to the skillet and let cook for 4-6 minutes per side depending on the thickness. Prepare the sauce while the chicken cooks. Remove chicken to a plate when cooked.
- 2
GARLIC BUTTER SAUCE: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the lemon juice, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning and allow the mixture to reduce to 3 tablespoons. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and remove the pan from heat and swirl so the butter stars to melt. Place back on the heat for a few seconds, remove and continue to swirl until butter melts completely. Repeat with remaining tablespoons of butter. When butter is completely melted, remove sauce from stove; set aside.
- 3
ASSEMBLE: Add a small drizzle of oil to the pan you cooked the chicken in (if it needs it.) Add the lemon slices and push them around the pan with tongs to pick up all the bits left behind by the chicken. Add the green beans and sauté them for 3-5 minutes or until done to preference. Season with salt, pepper, and the remaining ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder. Pile the chicken on the green beans if you’d like or divide into personal servings. You can drizzle the sauce over the entire skillet or serve it on each individual serving!
Skillet Garlic Lemon Butter Chicken
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About this Recipe
Craving a quick, flavorful weeknight meal that tastes gourmet? This Skillet Garlic Lemon Butter Chicken delivers authentic, restaurant-quality taste directly to your kitchen, all within 30 minutes. It's the perfect solution for those busy evenings when you want something satisfying without the fuss.
What makes this Skillet Garlic Lemon Butter Chicken truly special is the thoughtful combination of techniques and ingredients. The chicken is expertly dusted with Parmesan and flour, creating an irresistibly crispy exterior that locks in juiciness. Plus, the clever design allows you to cook your chosen vegetables right in the same pan, minimizing cleanup and maximizing the rich, lemon butter sauce that is, quite frankly, to die for.
Prepare for a delightful sensory experience with every bite. You'll enjoy succulent chicken, boasting a golden-brown, crispy crust and tender interior, generously coated in a bright, tangy, and rich garlic lemon butter sauce. The pan-cooked green beans, infused with the savory flavors of the chicken and sauce, add a vibrant touch and satisfying texture. This dish is designed to be approachable for any home cook, promising a deeply satisfying and surprisingly elegant meal with minimal effort.
This recipe is wonderfully adaptable to suit your pantry and preferences. While boneless, skinless chicken breasts are specified, feel free to use chicken thighs for a richer flavor profile, as the recipe notes they work equally well. For the vegetables, you can easily swap out the green beans for other quick-cooking options like asparagus or zucchini, which complement the lemon-garlic flavors beautifully. Adjust the red pepper flakes to your liking for a subtle warmth or a bolder kick.
Serve this glorious Skillet Garlic Lemon Butter Chicken as the star of a family dinner or a cozy meal for two. It pairs wonderfully with a simple side of rice or a piece of crusty bread to ensure not a single drop of that incredible lemon butter sauce goes to waste.