Description
Indulge in the convenience of this one skillet chicken and bell peppers recipe! Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines juicy boneless chicken thighs with vibrant bell peppers, aromatic garlic, and a medley of herbs for a comforting meal that brings everyone together. In just one pan, you’ll create a satisfying dinner that’s as delicious as it is easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh bell peppers, sliced (red and yellow)
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- Add chicken thighs in a single layer; cook for 5-7 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Stir in bell peppers and Italian seasoning; cook until tender (about 4-5 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to incorporate flavors. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Fold in cooked rice or quinoa; stir until well combined and heated through (about 3 minutes).
- Serve hot from the skillet, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute chicken with your choice of protein or add seasonal vegetables for variety. To enhance flavors, season each layer during cooking and let the dish rest before serving.