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Creole Chicken

Delicious and Easy Creole Chicken Recipe Ready in 40 Minutes

This Creole Chicken recipe features vibrant flavors and tender chicken, perfect for dinner in just 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Creole
Calories: 295
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 1 lb
Vegetables
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 1 cup mixed bell peppers diced (red and yellow)
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
Liquids
  • 14 oz canned diced tomatoes preferably fire-roasted
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
Seasoning
  • 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
Garnish
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning; let marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add bell peppers; sauté until softened, around 3-4 minutes.
  4. Incorporate marinated chicken; cook until golden brown on all sides (6-8 minutes).
  5. Stir in canned tomatoes and chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 295kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 40gFat: 9g

Notes

Feel free to swap the bell peppers for zucchini or mushrooms, or add spicy sausage for an extra kick. Let any leftovers rest in the fridge for up to three days.

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