This Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken with Green Beans and Broccoli is a delightful meal featuring seasoned chicken thighs cooked in a buttery garlic sauce, served alongside tender green beans. The dish is enhanced with lemon juice and garnished with fresh parsley and optional chili flakes for a zesty touch.
1: In a small bowl, combine onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Season chicken thighs generously with the spice mixture and set aside.
2: Arrange green beans in a microwave-safe dish with 1/2 cup of water. Cook in the microwave for 8-10 minutes until almost done but still crisp.
3: Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Lay the seasoned chicken thighs in one layer in the skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes then flip and cook another 5-6 minutes until cooked through.
4: In the same skillet, lower the heat and melt the remaining tablespoon of butter. Add chopped parsley, garlic, red crushed chili pepper flakes, and pre-cooked green beans. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring regularly.
5: Add lemon juice and chicken stock and reduce the sauce for a couple of minutes until slightly thickened.
6: Add cooked chicken thighs back to the pan, reheat quickly, adjust seasoning with pepper, and serve immediately.
