This is one of those dinners that’s as simple as it is satisfying — and it totally tastes like summer in a skillet.

With tender chunks of chicken, sweet corn, and fresh zucchini, this one-pan meal is light, flavorful, and comes together in under 30 minutes.
It’s the kind of clean comfort food that lets the ingredients shine — perfect for when you’re craving something fresh but filling.

Whether you’ve got summer produce to use up or just want an easy, veggie-packed dinner your whole family will eat, this Skillet Corn, Zucchini & Chicken is a go-to.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces

• 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil

• 1 zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced

• 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels

• 1 small red bell pepper, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp onion powder

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Optional: juice of ½ lemon, fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Cook the chicken
   Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, season with paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.

2. Sauté the veggies
   In the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed. Add garlic, zucchini, bell pepper, and corn. Sauté 5–6 minutes until veggies are tender-crisp.

3. Combine & finish
   Return chicken to the skillet and toss everything together. Taste and adjust seasoning. Squeeze a little lemon over the top for brightness if desired.

4. Serve warm
   Garnish with fresh herbs and serve as-is or over rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a more filling meal.

Sarah’s Tips:

• Make it dairy-free & gluten-free: Naturally both!

• Add heat: A pinch of red pepper flakes or diced jalapeño adds a nice kick.

• More veggies? Toss in spinach or cherry tomatoes in the last minute of cooking.

• Make it creamy: Add a dollop of Greek yogurt or a sprinkle of feta on top.

Flavorful Conclusion:

This Skillet Corn, Zucchini & Chicken recipe is fast, fresh, and full of simple goodness. It’s the kind of one-pan dinner that keeps life easy without sacrificing flavor — and it’s one you’ll come back to all summer long (and beyond).

Nutrition (per serving, serves 4):

• Calories: 370

• Protein: 34g

• Carbs: 18g

• Fat: 18g

• Fiber: 3g

• Sugar: 5g