Description
Cajun Chicken with Bell Peppers is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings a taste of Louisiana to your table. The tender chicken paired with colorful bell peppers creates a delightful flavor combination that’s perfect for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. This easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress your family and friends, leaving everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the bell peppers and onion into bite-sized pieces and mincing the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté the onions and bell peppers for about 5-7 minutes until they soften and turn golden.
- Add sliced chicken breasts seasoned with Cajun spice; cook for about 6-8 minutes until browned on one side before flipping.
- Once chicken is nearly cooked through, stir in minced garlic and lemon juice; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed; let everything cook together for another 2-3 minutes until fully combined.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg