Quick Chicken Breast and Green Beans
This quick chicken breast and green beans recipe delivers a bright, simple meal that's cooked in one skillet, featuring juicy chicken and crisp-tender beans, seasoned lightly for a fresh taste.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts, boneless and skinless For thinner pieces, pound lightly for even cooking.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Can substitute with neutral oil if needed.
- 2 cups green beans, trimmed Fresh beans preferred; if using frozen, thaw and pat dry.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Fresh minced garlic can be used; add later to avoid burning.
- Salt to taste Kosher salt recommended for a cleaner flavor.
- Pepper to taste
To Serve
- 1 pieces lemon wedges For serving, can substitute with lime if preferred.
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Trim and rinse green beans, then dry them well.
Cooking
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Allow it to shimmer without smoking.
- Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
- Flip the chicken and cook for another 5-7 minutes until fully cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- In the last few minutes of cooking, tuck the green beans around the chicken in the skillet and sauté until tender but still crisp.
Serving
- Remove from heat, squeeze lemon wedges over the chicken and green beans, and serve immediately.
Notes
Rest chicken for 1-2 minutes before slicing to retain juices. Use a heavy skillet for the best sear. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.