This savory garlic butter chicken with fresh zucchini and sweet corn is a flavor-packed, quick dinner recipe perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy chicken breasts are pan-seared in rich garlic butter and tossed with seasonal zucchini and crisp corn for a nutrient-rich, one-skillet meal. It's low-carb, gluten-free, and irresistibly tasty – perfect for those following a balanced or keto-friendly diet.
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into chunks)
2 tbsp unsalted butter
3 garlic cloves (minced)
1 medium zucchini (sliced)
1 cup sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Prep the chicken: Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Make garlic butter: In the same skillet, add butter and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Add veggies: Stir in zucchini and corn. Cook for 4–5 minutes until just tender.
Combine: Return chicken to the skillet. Toss everything together to coat in garlic butter.
Finish: Adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Use fresh corn off the cob for extra sweetness.
Add cherry tomatoes for a burst of acidity.
Serve with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread if not low-carb.
Leftovers store well for up to 3 days refrigerated.