Easy Skillet Green Beans

This side recipe, Easy Skillet Green Beans, leans on oil or butter, fresh green beans and chicken broth. It makes 4 Servings and takes about 17 minutes.

• Yield 4 Servings
• Ready in 17 minutes
• Prep 5 minutes
• Cook 12 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon oil or butter
• 1 pound fresh green beans, ends trimmed, if needed
• 3/4 cup chicken broth, vegetable broth, or water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. In a 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat the oil or butter over medium heat. Add the green beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring often, to crisp up the edges of the beans just slightly.
2. Add the broth and salt. Toss to combine.
3. Bring to a simmer. Cover the skillet and cook 6 to 10 minutes, depending on desired tenderness.
4. Remove from the heat. Season with additional salt, if needed. Optional: sprinkle lemon zest or Parmesan cheese over cooked green beans.
5. Serve immediately.

Give it a minute off the heat, then serve it while it is still hot.