Garlic Butter Chicken and Vegetables

Garlic Butter Chicken and Vegetables is a flavorful and comforting dish, featuring tender chicken breasts sautéed in a rich garlic-infused butter sauce paired with vibrant seasonal vegetables. This easy-to-make dinner is perfect for a cozy evening, delivering both taste and nutrition in every bite.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Butter - 30 grams
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper, then add them to the skillet.
3. Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center.
4. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
5. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add the butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
6. Add the sliced zucchini, bell pepper, and carrot to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
7. Return the chicken to the skillet, pour the garlic butter over the chicken and vegetables, and drizzle with lemon juice.
8. Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 37 g
• Carbs: 14 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 650 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health.
• Contains a variety of vegetables, providing essential vitamins and minerals.

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