Easy Chicken Breast and Green Beans Skillet
This Easy Chicken Breast and Green Beans Skillet is the perfect one-pan dinner recipe for busy weeknights. Made with lean chicken breast, crisp green beans, garlic, and simple seasonings, it’s a healthy and satisfying meal ready in under 30 minutes. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, this chicken and green bean recipe is ideal for meal prep, low-carb diets, or quick family dinners.
Ingredients
- 2–3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (sliced into thin strips)
- 2 cups fresh green beans trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ onion thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or a splash of balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon paprika optional
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional Add-ins:
- Cherry tomatoes
- Mushrooms or bell peppers
- Fresh lemon juice
- Red chili flakes for heat
- Fresh parsley sesame seeds, or parmesan for garnish
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Slice chicken into strips and trim green beans.
- Sear Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook 4–5 minutes, turning until golden and nearly cooked through.
- Add Veggies and Aromatics: Add garlic, onion, and green beans to the skillet. Sauté 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beans are crisp-tender.
- Finish and Combine: Add soy sauce or balsamic vinegar. Stir everything together until evenly coated and the chicken is fully cooked. Remove from heat and garnish if desired.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy hot as-is or with your favorite side.
Notes
- Use fresh green beans for best texture; thaw frozen ones and pat dry first.
- Thin chicken slices ensure fast, juicy cooking.
- Deglaze the pan with broth or white wine for extra flavor.
- Let chicken rest a minute or two off the heat to retain juices.