Description
A quick one-pan dish blending juicy garlic-butter chicken with tender zucchini and sweet corn. This wholesome meal balances savory, sweet, and aromatic flavors in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a comforting yet nutritious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon olive oil
5 cloves garlic (minced)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium zucchini (sliced)
1 cup fresh sweet corn (kernels cut)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat
Sear chicken breasts 2-3 minutes per side until golden, transfer to plate
Add garlic, zucchini, and thyme to the skillet
Sauté 3-4 minutes until veggies soften
Stir in butter until melted, then add corn and simmer 5 minutes
Return chicken to skillet, baste with sauce, and bake 10-12 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F
Garnish with parsley before serving
Notes
For a halal option, use halal-certified butter and chicken
Add cherry tomatoes or bell peppers for extra color
Leftovers freeze well in airtight containers for up to 3 months