Pan-Seared Chicken with Garlic Herb Butter and Sautéed Green Beans

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Tender chicken breasts seared to perfection, blanketed in a rich garlic-herb butter sauce, served with crisp-tender green beans. This american-inspired keto ready in about 35 minutes pairs Chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, Olive oil, Garlic, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season evenly with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper on both sides.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), then transfer to a plate and tent loosely with foil.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Stir in 1 tsp Dijon mustard and 1/4 cup heavy cream, then simmer for 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Step 4: Return chicken to skillet and spoon sauce over it. Simmer for 1 minute to reheat.
  5. Step 5: Melt 1 tbsp butter in a separate skillet over medium heat. Add 12 oz trimmed green beans and 1/4 tsp salt, then sauté for 5-7 minutes until crisp-tender and bright green, stirring occasionally.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Chicken with Garlic Herb Butter and Sautéed Green Beans take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 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 Pan-Seared Chicken with Garlic Herb Butter and Sautéed 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 olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Chicken with Garlic Herb Butter and Sautéed 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 Pan-Seared Chicken with Garlic Herb Butter and Sautéed 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 Pan-Seared Chicken with Garlic Herb Butter and Sautéed Green Beans?

American keto like this pair well with a low-carb side — cauliflower rice, roasted broccoli or asparagus, or a leafy salad with olive oil and parmesan. Rice, couscous and bread would blow the carb budget this recipe is built around. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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