Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Steamed Green Beans

Juicy chicken thighs with a tangy lemon-garlic glaze, paired with tender steamed green beans.

Cuisine: American

Category: Chicken

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 4 (6 oz) chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1 lb green beans
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat 4 chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
3. Step 3: Place chicken skin-side down in skillet and cook for 8 minutes until golden brown.
4. Step 4: Flip chicken and cook for 5 more minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
5. Step 5: Remove chicken and set aside. Add 2 minced garlic cloves to skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
6. Step 6: Pour in 2 tbsp lemon juice (from 1 lemon) and 1/4 cup chicken broth, scraping browned bits from skillet.
7. Step 7: Simmer for 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
8. Step 8: Add 1 lb trimmed green beans to skillet and toss to coat. Cook for 6 minutes until tender-crisp.