One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken with Parmesan Green Beans

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Juicy chicken breasts seared in garlic butter paired with tender green beans tossed in Parmesan for a quick, satisfying dinner. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 30 minutes pairs salt, black pepper, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp unsalted butter and 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until butter is melted and foamy. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F; remove chicken and keep warm.
  3. Step 3: Lower heat to medium and add remaining 1 tbsp unsalted butter and 4 minced garlic cloves to the same skillet; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Step 4: Add 12 oz trimmed green beans to the skillet, stirring to coat in garlic butter. Cover and cook for 5 minutes until green beans are tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Remove lid, stir in 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using. Toss until cheese melts and coats the beans.
  6. Step 6: Serve the chicken breasts on plates alongside the Parmesan green beans for a complete meal.

Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken with Parmesan Green Beans take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken with Parmesan Green Beans?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep salt from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken with Parmesan Green Beans?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken with Parmesan Green Beans for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken with Parmesan Green Beans?

American chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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