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Garlic Butter Chicken with Zucchini and Corn

Garlic Butter Chicken with Zucchini and Corn

  • Author: Eric
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Savor tender Garlic Butter Chicken with Zucchini and Corn cooked in a rich, plant-based garlic butter sauce. This easy weeknight dinner features juicy chicken breasts combined with fresh zucchini and sweet corn in a luscious, aromatic sauce brightened with lemon juice and a natural gelling agent. Perfect for quick meals and family gatherings, it offers vibrant flavors, delightful textures, and one-pan simplicity.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 chicken breasts, tender and juicy
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Vegetables

  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into rounds
  • 1 cup fresh corn kernels

Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons plant-based butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add half of the plant-based butter. When melted, place the chicken in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and keep warm.
  2. Sauté the garlic and vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining plant-based butter and minced garlic. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the zucchini slices and fresh corn kernels, sautéing them for 4-5 minutes until they are tender yet crisp.
  3. Build the sauce: Pour in the vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) and lemon juice. Gradually add the natural gelling agent while stirring to gently thicken the sauce. Mix thoroughly to coat the vegetables evenly.
  4. Combine and finish cooking: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them among the vegetables. Let everything simmer together on low heat for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
  5. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish before serving for color and a fresh herbal note.

Notes

  • Use room temperature chicken for even cooking and juicy results.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure a perfect sear on the chicken.
  • Minced fresh garlic is key for a rich yet delicate aroma.
  • Cut zucchini and corn kernels evenly for uniform cooking.
  • Add natural gelling agent gradually to control sauce thickness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Garlic Butter Chicken, Zucchini, Corn, Plant-Based Butter, Weeknight Dinner, Easy Recipe, Gluten Free

Find it online: https://smartmealsguide.com/garlic-butter-chicken-with-zucchini-and-corn/