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Colorful image showcasing golden-brown chicken thighs topped with fresh lemon slices and herbs, accompanied by vibrant green beans in a rustic ceramic plate, drizzled with garlic butter and styled with fresh herbs on a wooden table.

Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Green Beans Delight

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Juicy chicken thighs cooked in a flavorful lemon garlic butter sauce, served with tender green beans for a complete and satisfying meal.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken thighs until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
  4. Add garlic, lemon juice, and butter to the skillet, cooking until fragrant.
  5. Transfer skillet to the oven and roast for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  6. Meanwhile, steam or sauté green beans with a pinch of salt.
  7. Serve chicken hot, topped with lemon slices and parsley, alongside green beans.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine or chicken broth during cooking.
  • Adjust green bean cook time based on preferred crispness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Method: Baking, sautéing, roasting
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Nut-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 420 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Cholesterol: 125 mg