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Cajun Chicken with Bell Peppers

Spicy Cajun Chicken with Bell Peppers for a Quick Dinner Treat

A delicious and quick Cajun Chicken with Bell Peppers recipe, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cajun Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Can be substituted with turkey or tofu.
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Try a homemade blend.
For the Veggies
  • 3 cups Bell Peppers Variety of colors, or add zucchini for extra crunch.
  • 1 medium Onion Can use shallots or leeks.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic recommended.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can swap with avocado oil.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Ingredients: Wash and slice the bell peppers into strips. Dice the onion and cube the chicken.
  2. Season the Chicken: Rub Cajun seasoning onto the chicken pieces until evenly coated.
  3. Heat the Oil: Pour olive oil into a skillet and heat until shimmering.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Add seasoned chicken to the skillet; cook for 6-8 minutes until browned.
  5. Sauté the Vegetables: Add bell peppers and onion; sauté for about 5 minutes.
  6. Combine Everything: Gently stir to combine and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  7. Serve: Transfer to serving dish; enjoy with rice or quinoa and garnish if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Fresh ingredients yield the best flavor. Adjust spice levels to taste and avoid overcrowding the skillet while cooking.

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