Garlic Butter Chicken with Zucchini and Corn – One-Pan, 30-Minute Meal
Garlic Butter Chicken with Zucchini and Corn is a quick, flavorful dish that transforms weeknight dinners into a delightful experience. This one-pan meal features succulent chicken cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, complemented by fresh zucchini and sweet corn. The vibrant combination of ingredients not only makes for a satisfying dinner but also ensures minimal cleanup, perfect for busy families. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this nutritious and comforting meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1.5 cups cooked corn kernels
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the sliced chicken with smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook seasoned chicken until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and zucchini; sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes until zucchini softens.
- Stir in cooked corn, butter, and lime juice until everything is heated through.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 298
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg