Can I prepare the chicken ahead of time?

Yes! You can cut and season the chicken bites up to 24 hours in advance. Store them covered in the refrigerator until you are ready to sear them.

What if I don't have fresh green beans?

Frozen green beans work well, but add them directly to the sauce step after the garlic has bloomed, as they require less cooking time than fresh ones.

Can these skillet chicken bites be frozen for later?

While safe to freeze, the texture of the green beans and the sauce may degrade slightly upon reheating. It is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers keep well for 3 days in the fridge.

What is the best way to serve this quick weeknight meal?

Serve these bites over brown rice, quinoa, or pasta. A side of crusty bread is perfect for soaking up the incredible garlic butter sauce left in the pan.

Delicious 7 Steps Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Green Beans

Description

These Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Green Beans are a delicious and easy one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken bites are coated in a savory garlic butter sauce and tossed with crisp green beans for a complete and satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

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1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
Optional: fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

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Instructions

Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding) and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Stir in the Italian seasoning.
Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the green beans are tender-crisp.
Return the seared chicken to the skillet. Stir to coat the chicken and green beans in the garlic butter sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and heated.
Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the garlic.
If you don’t have chicken broth, you can use water or white wine.
Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or onions along with the green beans.
This dish is great served on its own or over rice or pasta.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 3
Sodium: 450
Fat: 20
Saturated Fat: 8
Unsaturated Fat: 12
Trans Fat: 0.5
Carbohydrates: 10
Fiber: 3
Protein: 30
Cholesterol: 150