Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Green Beans

Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Green Beans

Ingredients:

• 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 lb (450 g) green beans, trimmed
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Lemon slices for garnish
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
   • In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Rub this spice mixture all over the chicken thighs.
2. Cook the Chicken:
   • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. Prepare the Green Beans:
   • In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the green beans.
   • Sauté the green beans for about 5 minutes, or until they start to become tender.
4. Add Garlic and Butter:
   • Push the green beans to one side of the skillet and add the butter to the other side.
   • Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
5. Combine and Add Lemon:
   • Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them among the green beans.
   • Pour the lemon juice over the chicken and green beans.
   • Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
6. Garnish and Serve:
   • Garnish the dish with fresh parsley and lemon slices.
   • Serve hot and enjoy!