Description
This Lemon Butter Chicken with Ravioli and Veggies is a creamy, zesty dish that combines tender chicken, cheesy ravioli, and fresh veggies in a tangy lemon butter sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner that will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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2 chicken breasts, halved lengthwise
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1 package (9 oz) cheese ravioli
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1 zucchini, sliced
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1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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3 tbsp unsalted butter
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 cup chicken broth
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Juice of 1 lemon
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1/2 tsp paprika
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1/2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
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Fresh parsley for garnish
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Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Season and cook the chicken: Season chicken with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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Sauté the vegetables: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil and sauté zucchini and corn for 3-4 minutes until tender. Remove and set aside.
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Make the lemon butter sauce: Melt butter in the skillet, add garlic, and sauté for 1 minute. Stir in chicken broth, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
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Cook the ravioli: Meanwhile, cook ravioli according to package instructions. Drain and add to the skillet with the sauce. Return chicken, zucchini, and corn to the skillet. Toss to coat everything in the lemon butter sauce.
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Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm. Enjoy!
Notes
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Feel free to add any other veggies to this dish, such as spinach or bell peppers, for extra flavor and nutrients.
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You can substitute the cheese ravioli with any other type of pasta you prefer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg