Sautéed Chicken Thighs with Garlic Butter and Green Beans
Tender chicken thighs cooked in garlic butter with crisp-tender green beans, a simple weeknight keto dinner. This american-inspired chicken (keto) ready in about 30 minutes pairs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, butter, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 lb, trimmed green beans
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove and set aside.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter and add 4 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add green beans and 1/4 cup chicken broth. Cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes until beans are tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Return chicken to skillet and cook for 2 minutes to heat through. Stir in 1 tbsp butter and 1/4 cup chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Chicken Thighs with Garlic Butter and 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 Sautéed Chicken Thighs with Garlic Butter and 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 butter from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Chicken Thighs with Garlic Butter and 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 Sautéed Chicken Thighs with Garlic Butter and 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.
Is Sautéed Chicken Thighs with Garlic Butter and Green Beans keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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Perfect for a family dinner. Everyone loved it.
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This is my new go-to recipe for weeknights. So easy and delicious!
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The garlic butter sauce is to die for. My husband even ate the green beans!
