Clean Plate Power: Chicken Breast & Green Beans

Let’s talk about one of the unsung heroes of wellness meals: a simple, protein-forward plate that fuels your strength, keeps your hormones happy, and gives your digestion a break.

This Chicken Breast & Green Beans recipe is a go-to when you want something clean, satisfying, and no-nonsense—perfect for post-workout recovery, a light dinner, or when you need to reset and ground your energy.

💪 Why We Love This Meal

• 47g of lean protein to support strength and metabolism

• Naturally low in carbs and anti-inflammatory

• Ready in about 20 minutes—no fancy tools, no fluff

• Easy to meal prep or double for leftovers

This is the kind of meal that keeps you focused, light, and strong without spiking blood sugar or draining your energy.

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 1)

• 1 chicken breast (6–8 oz), preferably pasture-raised

• 1 cup green beans, ends trimmed

• 1 tsp ghee, olive oil, or avocado oil

• ¼ tsp sea salt

• Optional: garlic powder, cracked black pepper, chili flakes

• Optional: squeeze of lemon or fresh herbs for finishing

🔥 How to Make It

1. Season + Sear the Chicken:
   Pat dry and season with salt and spices. Heat ½ tsp oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken breast for about 6–7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked (165°F internal temp). Let it rest, then slice.

2. Sauté the Green Beans:
   Toss green beans in the same skillet with the remaining oil. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until vibrant and just tender. Season to taste.

3. Plate + Serve:
   Layer your green beans, top with the sliced chicken, and finish with lemon or herbs if desired.

⏱️ Time Breakdown

• Prep Time: 5 minutes

• Cook Time: 12–15 minutes

• Total Time: ~20 minutes

Perfect for busy evenings or batch cooking for the week.

🔢 Macros (Per Serving – 7 oz chicken)

• Calories: 360 kcal

• Protein: 47g

• Fat: 15g

• Carbs: 7g

• Fiber: 3g

🌿 Studio Nourishment Tip

This plate is gentle on digestion and helps rebalance when you’re feeling inflamed or foggy. If you’ve been leaning on processed snacks or skipping meals, this is your real food reset—simple, grounding, and deeply nourishing.

✨ Want to level it up?
Add a side of roasted sweet potatoes or a spoonful of bone broth mash for a fuller plate. Or sip a warm mug of Nettle Nourish Tea while it cooks to center yourself.

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Chicken Breast & Green Beans

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Author: Laura Paquin

Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 15 MinTotal time: 20 Min

This combo is light, satisfying, and grounded in whole-food strength. Whether you're meal-prepping, fueling post-workout, or just need something quick and clean, this plate delivers

Ingredients

• 1 chicken breast (6–8 oz), pasture-raised if possible
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed
• 1 tsp ghee, olive oil, or avocado oil
• ¼ tsp sea salt
• Cracked black pepper, garlic powder, or chili flakes (optional)
• Squeeze of lemon (optional)

Instructions

1. Prep the chicken: Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with sea salt and any optional spices.
2. Cook the chicken: Heat ½ tsp oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken breast for 6–7 minutes per side (or until internal temp reaches 165°F). Let rest for 2–3 minutes, then slice.
3. Sauté the green beans: In the same pan, add ½ tsp oil. Toss in green beans, season lightly with salt and pepper.
4. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp.
5. Plate it up: Serve chicken sliced over or beside the green beans.
6. Finish with a squeeze of lemon if desired.

Notes

Tips:

• Double the recipe for meal prep or post-workout grab-n-go fuel.
• Swap green beans for asparagus or zucchini based on the season.
• Drizzle with tahini or sprinkle hemp seeds if you want a little more fat and texture.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

360

Fat

3 g

Carbs

7 g

Fiber

15 g

Protein

47 g