Description
This Garlic Butter Chicken with Zucchini & Corn is a quick and delicious one-pan meal perfect for weeknight dinners. Juicy, tender chicken breast cubes are sautéed to golden perfection, then combined with tender zucchini and sweet corn kernels in a fragrant garlic butter sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is both flavorful and nutritious, garnished with fresh parsley to brighten every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
Vegetables
- 2 zucchini, chopped
- 1½ cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken breast, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Veggies: In the same skillet, melt the butter and add the minced garlic. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the chopped zucchini and corn kernels, sautéing for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Combine and Toss: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss everything together to coat in the garlic butter sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to ensure everything is heated through and well combined.
- Season and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- You can use fresh or frozen corn kernels depending on availability.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
- If you prefer, substitute chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
- Serve with rice or crusty bread to make it a complete meal.
- To keep it low carb, enjoy it as is or alongside a green salad.
