Garlic Butter Chicken with Zucchini and Corn – One-Pan, 30-Minute Meal
Garlic Butter Chicken with Zucchini and Corn is a delightful one-pan meal that comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights. This dish features tender chicken breasts sautéed to golden perfection, combined with fresh zucchini and sweet corn, all enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce. It’s not only quick and easy but also versatile, allowing you to adapt the recipe with your favorite vegetables or spices. Whether you’re serving it to family or guests, this flavorful dish is bound to impress everyone at the table. Enjoy it over rice, in tacos, or simply garnished with fresh cilantro for a burst of flavor!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts (skinless, boneless)
- 2 medium zucchinis (sliced)
- 1.5 cups corn kernels (cooked)
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons butter
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients: slice zucchini, mince garlic, and chop cilantro.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Cook chicken with smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper for about 6-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Sauté zucchini in the same skillet for 4 minutes; add corn and garlic for an additional minute.
- Combine cooked chicken back into the skillet with lime juice and butter until melted.
- Serve warm garnished with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg