A quick and easy chicken recipe never fails to find its place on the weekly menu! The lemon and garlic help give this dish an addicting flavor you don’t want to miss!

Prep time: 10 minutes
Total time: 20 minutes
Serves: 3

Ingredients:

  • 3-6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 lb. green beans, trimmed
  • 3 Tb. olive oil, divided
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 1 tsp. onion powder
  • ¼ tsp. salt and fresh cracked black pepper
  • Juice from ½ a lemon
  • Lemon slices for garnish
  • ½ cup chicken stock
  • 1 Tb. preferred hot sauce
  • ¼ tsp. crushed red chili pepper flakes
  • ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions:

  • 1

    Combine onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Use this spice mixture to season the chicken generously. Set aside.

  • 2

    Microwave green beans with ½ cup of water for 8 to 10 minutes until almost done but not crisp.

  • 3

    Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet on medium-low heat. Lay seasoned thighs into skillet and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side. Pan fry until cooked through. Move the chicken to a plate and set aside.

  • 4

    Lower heat and add remaining oil. ​​Add chopped parsley, garlic, hot sauce, red crushed chili pepper flakes and pre-cooked green beans, stir regularly and cook for 4 to 5 minutes. Add lemon juice and chicken stock, and reduce the sauce for a few minutes until slightly thickened.

  • 5

    Move green beans to one side of the skillet, and add chicken back into the skillet. Reheat chicken and serve! Garnish with chili pepper, parsley and a slice of lemon!

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