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Deliciously Simple Chicken Breast and Green Beans Recipe for Healthy Meals

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Learn how to make delicious Chicken Breast and Green Beans. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

The key to this dish lies in selecting quality ingredients that speak for themselves. When I shop, I always look for fresh, firm chicken breasts—nothing frozen if I can help it—and green beans that snap when you bend them. These simple components make all the difference because the recipe lets those natural flavours shine. Over the years, I’ve learned that trusting good ingredients saves so much time and effort in seasoning or overcomplicating a dish.

  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
  • 12 ounces fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes for a subtle kick
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

If you want to switch things up, chicken thighs work well too, offering a bit more richness. You can also swap green beans for asparagus or snap peas depending on what’s in season.

Instructions

  1. Start by patting the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This helps get a nice sear. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts. Cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes until golden brown on one side.
  3. Flip the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes, or until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside to rest—this keeps the juices locked in.
  4. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Toss in the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, but not browned.
  5. Add the green beans, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes until tender but still crisp. If you like, sprinkle in red chili flakes here.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it amongst the green beans. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and toss gently to combine all the flavours.
  7. Cook for an additional minute to warm everything through, then garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

Find it online: https://artofeasycooking.com/chicken-breast-and-green-beans/