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 combines tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and sweet corn, all enveloped in a savory garlic butter sauce. This quick, 30-minute recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, delivering restaurant-quality flavors with minimal cleanup. Ideal for families or casual gatherings, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also customizable—add your favorite veggies or adjust the spices to suit your palate. Enjoy a wholesome meal that’s sure to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
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
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh lime juice and cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Slice the zucchini and mince the garlic.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté zucchini until slightly softened, about 3-4 minutes; set aside.
- In the same skillet, add more oil if needed and cook seasoned chicken until golden brown on both sides, approximately 5-6 minutes each side.
- Lower the heat and add minced garlic to the skillet; cook until fragrant. Stir in half of the butter until melted.
- Add back the zucchini and corn; drizzle with lime juice and stir gently. Mix in remaining butter for extra richness.
- Serve garnished with chopped cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with vegetables (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg