Description
A vibrant and flavorful Cajun chicken and bell pepper dish, perfect for a quick weeknight meal. This recipe combines tender chicken breast with a colorful medley of bell peppers and onions, all coated in bold Cajun spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry. Generously rub with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and bell peppers; sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized. Add garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes more.
- Push vegetables to the side. Add seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 75°C).
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping browned bits from the skillet. Simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Remove from heat. Slice chicken and serve over sautéed vegetables. Drizzle with sauce and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- For a juicier option, use chicken thighs.
- Substitute bell peppers with zucchini or asparagus.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth for a healthier version.
- To reduce fat, use skinless chicken breasts and cooking spray instead of olive oil.
- Add spinach or kale for extra fiber and vitamins.
- Serve over quinoa or brown rice for added nutrients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: N/A