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A vibrant plate of lemon garlic butter chicken thighs with fresh green beans, garnished with lemon slices and herbs, arranged on a rustic wooden table with a side of colorful vegetables, showing juicy texture and glossy sauce.

Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Green Beans

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In this recipe, chicken thighs are coated in a flavorful lemon garlic butter sauce, then cooked until tender and golden. Green beans are sautéed separately for added crunch and freshness, creating a balanced and delicious meal.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in chicken thighs
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large lemon, juiced and zested
  • 1 pound fresh green beans
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chicken thighs and cook until skin is crispy, about 6 minutes per side.
  3. Add garlic, lemon juice, and zest to the skillet, spooning sauce over chicken. Simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, sauté green beans in a separate pan with a little oil until tender, about 5 minutes.
  5. Serve chicken thighs topped with lemon garlic sauce alongside green beans. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor.
  • Adjust garlic and lemon to taste.
  • Can substitute chicken breasts if preferred.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with green beans
  • Calories: 420 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 350 mg
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Cholesterol: 125 mg