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Creamy Chicken with Bell Peppers


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delicious creamy chicken dish with sautéed bell peppers and onions, perfect for a family dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 2 red bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and cumin.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken on both sides until golden. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add butter, then onions and bell peppers. Sauté until soft and slightly caramelized.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and optional chili flakes. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Reduce heat to low, pour in the cream, and stir to deglaze the pan and combine everything. Simmer for 3–5 minutes.
  6. Return chicken to the pan, cover, and simmer on low for 10–15 minutes until fully cooked.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • This dish pairs well with rice or pasta.
  • Feel free to add more vegetables as desired.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg