Description
Sizzling Cajun Chicken Bell Peppers deliver a spicy kick that’ll make your taste buds dance with excitement. Packed with bold flavors and colorful ingredients, this dish brings New Orleans-style heat straight to your dinner table.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Vegetables:
- 2 bell peppers (red, green, or yellow), sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Oils:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Mix 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon thyme, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper in a small bowl. Thoroughly coat your 4 chicken breasts with this spice blend.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet at medium-high heat (375°F). Carefully place seasoned chicken breasts into hot oil and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and exterior turns golden-brown.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to same pan. Toss in sliced bell peppers and onions, sautéing at medium heat (350°F) for 5-6 minutes until vegetables soften.
- Drop 2 minced garlic cloves into the skillet. Stir and cook for additional 1-2 minutes until garlic releases its aroma.
- Slice chicken breasts into thin strips. Return strips to skillet with sautéed vegetables. Gently toss together and warm for 2-3 minutes at medium heat.
- Transfer chicken and vegetable mixture to serving plate. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or cilantro on top if desired.
Notes
- Use a cast-iron skillet for the best flavor and even heat distribution when searing the chicken.
- Check the chicken’s internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F without overcooking.
- For a lower-carb version, serve the Cajun chicken and peppers over cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.
- Swap chicken breasts for thighs if you prefer a more tender, juicy meat option with similar cooking techniques.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 235 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg