Description
Garlic Butter Chicken with Zucchini and Corn is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken strips cooked in a garlic butter sauce with sautéed zucchini and sweet corn. The dish is garnished with fresh cilantro and a hint of lime juice, creating a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Zucchini:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 zucchini (medium, sliced)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
For the Corn:
- 1.5 cups corn kernels (cooked, about 3 corn ears)
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb chicken breasts (skinless, boneless, sliced)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (or more)
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (or more)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- Black pepper (freshly ground, to taste)
For the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (or more)
- 4 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare the veggies: Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Cook zucchini slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper until tender. Set aside.
- Make Garlic Butter Chicken: Season chicken with paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook in the same skillet with olive oil. Add garlic, lime juice, and butter. Cook until chicken is done.
- Assembly: Add zucchini and corn to the skillet with chicken. Melt remaining butter with the veggies. Stir in half of the cilantro. Adjust seasoning and lime juice. Serve topped with remaining cilantro and a sprinkle of chili powder.
Notes
- You can adjust the seasonings and spices to suit your taste preferences.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or cherry tomatoes for additional flavor and color.
- This dish pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sauté, Pan-Fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter Chicken, Zucchini, Corn, Garlic Butter Sauce, Easy Dinner Recipe
