Description
This flavorful Jalapeño Chicken with Bell Peppers is a quick and easy skillet meal combining tender chicken strips with a vibrant mix of colorful bell peppers and spicy jalapeños. Infused with smoky paprika, cumin, and chili powder, this dish is perfect for a spicy dinner served alongside rice, tortillas, or a fresh salad.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Marinade
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Vegetables and Spices
- 2 jalapeños, thinly sliced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook for 5 to 6 minutes until lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the sliced jalapeños, red, yellow, and green bell peppers, and onion. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables have softened, stirring occasionally.
- Add Spices and Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant, making sure to evenly coat the vegetables with the spices.
- Combine Chicken and Broth: Return the cooked chicken strips to the skillet. Pour in the chicken broth and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Finish and Garnish: Stir in the lime juice for freshness and tang. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh chopped cilantro, and serve hot with your choice of rice, tortillas, or a fresh green salad.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by adding or removing jalapeño seeds according to your heat preference.
- For a milder flavor, substitute poblano peppers in place of jalapeños.
- Serve with rice, tortillas, or a crisp green salad for a complete meal.
- You can also add a dollop of sour cream or avocado slices for a cooling contrast.
