Description
A comforting and easy dish featuring succulent chicken breasts in garlic butter, paired with fresh zucchini and sweet corn, perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 tablespoons garlic butter
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the garlic butter in a large skillet over medium heat until it begins to bubble and release its fragrant aroma.
- Generously season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, ensuring each piece is coated evenly.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the hot skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on a plate to rest while preparing the vegetables.
- In the same skillet, toss in the sliced zucchini and corn, sautéing for about 3-5 minutes, or until tender yet still crisp.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, warming it through for another 2 minutes as the flavors meld together.
- If desired, sprinkle fresh parsley over the dish for added freshness. Serve immediately.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water or broth to maintain moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg