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Tasty Chicken, Peppers & Onions Recipe

Whip up a flavorful chicken, peppers, and onions dish with this step-by-step recipe guide.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 244 kcal

Ingredients
  

Protein:

  • 1.5 lbs 680g boneless, skinless chicken breast

Vegetables:

  • 2 bell peppers red, yellow, or orange, sliced
  • 1½ medium yellow onions sliced

Aromatics & Seasonings:

  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 3 –5 cm ginger grated (optional)
  • ¾ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp curry powder

Sauce/Marinade:

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ⅓ cup lime juice
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1¼ tsp salt
  • 1½ tbsp chili powder
  • 1½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ¼ tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp onion powder

Optional Additions:

  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar for deglazing
  • 2 tbsp honey and 1 tbsp rice vinegar for glaze

Instructions
 

Prepping the Ingredients:

  • Pat chicken dry and slice into 1-inch strips.
  • Slice bell peppers into ¼-inch strips and onions thinly against the grain.
  • Mix marinade: Combine olive oil, lime juice, sugar, garlic, and spices. Marinate chicken for at least 15 minutes (up to 24 hours for best flavor).

Cooking Steps:

  • Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  • Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). Remove and let rest.
  • In the same pan, sauté onions and peppers for 5-10 minutes until softened and caramelized. Deglaze the pan with balsamic vinegar, if desired.
  • Add chicken back to the skillet. Sprinkle with additional chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Toss everything together. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Serving:

  • Serve hot with rice, tortillas, or as-is for a low-carb option.

Notes

  • Variations: Swap chicken for tofu, pork, or shrimp. Add mushrooms or zucchini for more vegetables.
  • Storage: Refrigerate leftovers for 3-5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Reheating: Oven (350°F for 10-15 minutes), stovetop, or microwave with a damp paper towel to retain moisture.
  • Pairings: Serve with chimichurri, garlic spinach, or roasted asparagus.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 244kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 20gFat: 24gSodium: 3491mgFiber: 2gVitamin C: 81.7mg
Keyword 30-minute meal, Chicken, healthy dinner, low-carb, Mediterranean-inspired, onions, paleo, peppers, skillet recipe, Whole30
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