Easy Garlic Butter Chicken & Green Beans | One Pan

This Easy Garlic Butter Chicken & Green Beans is ideal for busy weeknights. Specifically, tender chicken and fresh beans sauté together in a savory, aromatic sauce. Above all, the meal is low-carb and keto-friendly, providing bold flavor without the guilt. Because you only use one pan, cleanup is simple. Ultimately, this dish is a quick, satisfying solution for your whole family.

Why You’ll Love This Garlic Butter Chicken

This recipe is a weeknight staple. Moreover, it’s a healthy, low‑carb, one‑pan meal with minimal cleanup effortless.
Furthermore, it is ready in 20 minutes with rich, savory garlic butter flavor.
Finally, it is perfect for meal prepping your lunches.

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Green Beans and Sauce

1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
3 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions For Garlic Butter Chicken & Green Beans

1. Season the Chicken

In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

2. Cook the Chicken

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.

3. Sauté Green Beans

In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of butter. Add green beans and sauté for 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp. You can add a splash of water and cover for a minute to steam them if needed.

4. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce

Push the beans to one side. Then, add 2 tbsp butter, garlic, and seasoning. Cook 1 minute until fragrant.

5. Combine and Finish

Stir the chicken back into the skillet and toss everything together with the garlic butter sauce and lemon juice. Cook for another minute to heat through.

6. Serve

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Helpful Cooking Tips

Cut the chicken into uniform pieces so they cook evenly.

To ensure great flavor, use fresh green beans whenever possible

Don’t burn the garlic; only cook it until it’s fragrant to avoid a bitter taste.

Variations

Add other vegetables

Additionally, stir in sliced mushrooms, bell peppers, or cherry tomatoes.

Use chicken thighs

Boneless, skinless chicken thighs also work well and are extra juicy.

Make it spicy

Additionally, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter sauce.

What to Serve with Garlic Butter Chicken & Green Beans

To elevate your dinner, you might want to add a side dish. Furthermore, depending on your dietary preferences, there are several excellent ways to serve this:

Specifically, if you are looking for a low-carb option, cauliflower rice makes a fantastic, light choice.
• In contrast, if you prefer something heartier, try serving the chicken and green beans over mashed potatoes, quinoa, or rice.
Finally, to round out the meal with some fresh greens, a simple side salad works perfectly.

Storage

Refrigerator:

You can store leftovers in an airtight container; consequently, they will remain fresh for 3–4 days.

Reheating:

Reheat in a skillet or microwave until warmed through.

FAQ

Can I use frozen green beans?

Yes, you absolutely can, but they may be softer than fresh ones. Thaw and pat them dry before sautéing.

Can I make this dairy-free?

Certainly, you substitute the butter with a dairy-free butter alternative or extra olive oil.

Looking for more easy, one-pan dinners? Try my Easy 30 Minute Turkey Meatball Pasta or One-Pan Chicken and Potatoes meal.