Garlic Butter Chicken with Zucchini and Corn – One-Pan, 30-Minute Meal
Garlic Butter Chicken with Zucchini and Corn is a quick and satisfying one-pan meal that brings together tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and sweet corn in a rich garlic-infused butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish can be ready in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for families. The combination of flavors is sure to please everyone at the table, from kids to adults. Customize it easily with your favorite vegetables or spices for a personal touch. Enjoy a restaurant-quality dinner that’s both delicious and effortless!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 zucchini (sliced)
- 1.5 cups cooked corn kernels
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by washing and slicing the zucchini and mincing the garlic.
- In a cast iron skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the sliced chicken breasts seasoned with smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper until golden brown (6–8 minutes).
- Push the chicken to one side of the pan; add minced garlic to the empty side and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Then add zucchini and corn, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
- Stir in butter and lime juice until melted and combined. Let simmer briefly to meld flavors.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg