Description
Garlic Butter Chicken with Zucchini and Corn is a delightful one-pan meal that brings together tender chicken, vibrant zucchini, and sweet corn in a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends, this dish is not only quick to prepare—taking just 30 minutes—but also requires minimal cleanup. By combining fresh ingredients and bold flavors, it caters to family members of all ages, ensuring satisfaction at the dinner table. Whether you enjoy it as is or customize it with your favorite veggies, this recipe will become a staple in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts (skinless, boneless)
- 2 medium zucchini (sliced)
- 1.5 cups corn kernels (cooked)
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- Fresh cilantro (chopped)
Instructions
- In a cast-iron skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sliced zucchini; cook for about 3 minutes until slightly tender, then remove from the pan.
- Season sliced chicken breasts with smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook in the same skillet for about 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and lime juice; cook for an additional 2 minutes while stirring in butter until melted.
- Return zucchini and corn to the skillet; mix well and adjust seasoning as desired. Top with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 394
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg