Grilled Chicken & Garlic Shrimp with Roasted Vegetables

Ingredients (Serves 4)

Protein

• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts

• 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp dried thyme

• Salt and black pepper to taste

Vegetables

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes

• 1 zucchini, sliced

• 1 ear corn, cut into rounds

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt and pepper

Garlic Butter Glaze

• 3 tbsp butter

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tbsp honey

• 1 tsp lemon juice

• 1 tbsp chopped parsley

Garnish

• Fresh parsley leaves

• Lemon wedges

Instructions

Step 1: Season the Chicken and Shrimp

1. Toss chicken and shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.

2. Let marinate for 15 minutes.

Step 2: Roast the Vegetables

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. Toss tomatoes, zucchini, and corn with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

3. Roast for 15–18 minutes until tender.

Step 3: Cook the Chicken

1. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.

2. Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

3. Rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 4: Cook the Shrimp

1. In the same pan, cook shrimp for 2 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred.

2. Remove from heat.

Step 5: Make the Garlic Butter Glaze

1. Melt butter in a small saucepan.

2. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

3. Stir in honey, lemon juice, and parsley.

4. Simmer for 1 minute.

Step 6: Assemble

1. Arrange roasted vegetables on serving plates.

2. Add grilled chicken and shrimp.

3. Drizzle generously with garlic butter glaze.

4. Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.

Prep Time

• Prep: 15 minutes

• Cook: 20 minutes

• Total: 35 minutes

Nutrition (Approx. per serving)

• Calories: 420

• Protein: 42 g

• Carbohydrates: 12 g

• Fat: 22 g

Chef's Tips

✔ Use jumbo shrimp for a more elegant presentation.
✔ Add a pinch of chili flakes to the glaze for extra heat.
✔ Avoid overcooking the shrimp—they cook very quickly.
✔ Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread for a complete meal.

Perfect Pairings

• Garlic mashed potatoes

• Lemon herb rice

• Grilled asparagus

• Crisp white wine

This elegant Grilled Chicken & Garlic Shrimp Plate combines juicy chicken, succulent shrimp, and colorful roasted vegetables finished with a buttery garlic glaze for a restaurant-quality meal. 🍤🍗🌽🍅✨