Pan-Seared Chicken with Cheesy Green Bean Medley
This elegant dish showcases a perfectly pan-seared chicken breast, boasting a golden, crispy exterior and a wonderfully juicy interior. The chicken is complemented by a vibrant medley of crisp-tender green beans, gently sautéed and then enveloped in a luscious, savory pasta sauce, creating a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. A generous blanket of melted American cheese adds a creamy, comforting richness, tying all the components together with its mild, gooey embrace. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a sophisticated, satisfying meal, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, offering a harmonious blend of savory, umami, and creamy notes that linger on the palate.
Ingredients
- •2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, about 6 ounces each
- •1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- •1/2 cup pasta sauce
- •4 slices American cheese
- •2 tablespoons olive oil
- •1/2 teaspoon salt
- •1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- •1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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Instructions
- 1
Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder.
- 2
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add chicken breasts and sear for 6-8 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside to rest.
- 3
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the same skillet. Add trimmed green beans and sauté over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender.
- 4
Pour the pasta sauce over the green beans, stirring to coat. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 5
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them among the green beans.
- 6
Place two slices of American cheese over each chicken breast. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
- 7
Carefully transfer the chicken and green bean medley to serving plates. Serve immediately, ensuring each plate receives a generous portion of the cheesy green beans and sauce.
- 8
Enjoy this low-carb, flavorful meal that combines savory chicken with a creamy, cheesy vegetable side.
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