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Garlic Thyme Chicken with Green Beans & Rice

Garlic Thyme Chicken with Green Beans & Rice for Busy Nights

A quick and flavorful one-pan meal featuring garlic thyme chicken served with crisp green beans and fluffy rice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs can substitute chicken breasts for a leaner option
  • ½ teaspoon Fresh Thyme adjust to taste or substitute dried thyme
  • 1 clove Garlic fresh is best; minced garlic can work
For the Vegetables
  • 8 ounces Green Beans fresh or thawed frozen
For the Rice
  • 2 cups Microwaveable Brown Rice prepare according to package instructions
Seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon Salt adjust based on taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper fresh ground is preferable
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Water for deglazing the pan

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Season the chicken thighs with thyme, salt, and black pepper, then place in the skillet.
  3. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Add the remaining oil, green beans, minced garlic, and thyme to the skillet.
  5. Pour in water to deglaze, cover the skillet, and steam the green beans for 4-5 minutes.
  6. Prepare the microwaveable brown rice according to the package instructions.
  7. Serve the rice on plates, top with the chicken, and arrange green beans around the dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 34gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F. Thaw frozen green beans beforehand for best results.

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