Garlic Herb Butter Chicken with Roasted Green Beans

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds), preferably organic for better flavor
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil, extra virgin
• 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
4. In a large, oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts. Sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
5. Once the chicken is seared, remove it from the heat, and spread the garlic herb butter mixture over the top of each chicken breast.
6. In the same skillet, add the trimmed green beans, tossing them in the remaining oil and seasoning with salt, pepper, and garlic powder if desired.
7. Place the skillet in the preheated oven. Roast for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the green beans are tender-crisp.
8. Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.