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Callie Brooks

Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs

A quick and delicious weeknight dinner featuring juicy chicken thighs and crisp green beans in a flavorful lemon garlic butter sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs
  • 2 cups green beans Can substitute with asparagus or broccoli.
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 whole Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by melting the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté it until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then place them in the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.
  4. Add the green beans and lemon juice to the skillet, cooking until the beans are tender, about 5 more minutes.
  5. Once everything is cooked to perfection, garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

For a complete meal, serve with creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or a simple salad. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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