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Chicken Bell Pepper

Tender chicken and crispy bell peppers come together in this colorful, quick and easy weeknight meal that's packed with flavor and nutrients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 bell peppers red, yellow, or green, sliced
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce optional
  • Fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Spatula or wooden spoon
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and slice the bell peppers and onion.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
  3. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika, then sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Add the sliced bell peppers and onions to the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
  5. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes, being careful not to let the garlic burn.
  6. If using, drizzle the soy sauce over the mixture and stir to combine, cooking for another 1 minute to heat through.
  7. Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
  8. Serve hot over rice, in wraps, or on its own and enjoy immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil, garlic, and spices for 30 minutes before cooking.