Skillet Green Beans

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh green beans
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
• 1/4 cup chicken broth (low sodium or no sodium added)
• 2 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the skillet:: Heat the skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. Once melted, add the garlic and let it saute for about 30 seconds, or until it becomes aromatic.

2. 2

   Cook the beans:: Stir in the green beans, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt pepper and broth. Cover the skillet and cook for 10 - 12 minutes; stirring occasionally.

3. 3

   Finish the dish:: Uncover the skillet, turn heat down to medium-low and continue to cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, just until the green beans start to char a bit. Finally, stir in the lemon juice, garnish with parsley and serve warm!