Description
Garlic butter green beans serve as a side for your smoked chicken thighs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Wash your green beans and trim the ends.
- Place a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add butter to the skillet and let it melt.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for one minute.
- Add the green beans to the skillet.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Sauté the beans for 7 minutes until they reach tenderness.
- Remove from heat and serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh beans rather than canned beans for a crisp texture.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the beans before serving for flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 85
Keywords: smoked chicken thighs sides, green beans, garlic butter