Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Beans: A Juicy Weeknight Delight
A delicious and easy recipe for Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Beans that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 cups green beans, trimmed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them.
- Add the green beans to the dish and toss to coat.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot with lemon zest sprinkled on top.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for a few hours before cooking.
- Fresh herbs can be used instead of dried thyme for more vibrant flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with green beans
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Lemon Garlic Chicken, weeknight dinner, easy chicken recipe