Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 45 mins | Servings: 4 people
A delicious one-pan meal with moist and juicy chicken breasts seasoned with homemade Cajun spice with loads of paprika. Easy and quick to throw together, making this perfect for busy days. A bonus, this Cajun Chicken with Bell Peppers is low-carb and gluten-free!
Ingredients
Cajun Seasoning:
1 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp oregano
1/4 tsp thyme
1/4 tsp salt
Chicken:
2 bell peppers, small, thinly sliced (or use mini sweet peppers)
4 chicken breasts, small
4 cloves garlic, minced
6 ounces cream cheese, cold, refrigerated, and sliced into 8 slices
1/2 c. cheddar cheese, shredded
How to make Cajun Chicken with Bell Peppers
Cajun chicken seasoning:
Step 1: In a small bowl, combine the Cajun seasoning ingredients (paprika, cayenne pepper, oregano, thyme, and salt).
Cajun chicken:
Step 1: Prepare the oven. Preheat it to 375 degrees F.
Step 2: On the bottom of a casserole dish, place the thinly sliced bell peppers.
Step 3: On top of the bell peppers, place the chicken breasts.
Step 4: Sprinkle the chicken breasts generously with Cajun seasoning and top with minced garlic.
Step 5: With 2 slices of cream cheese, top each chicken breast and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
Step 6: Place inside the preheated oven and bake for about 20 to 30 minutes, uncovered until the chicken is cooked through.
Step 7: If desired, broil the chicken for about 2 minutes.
Step 8: To serve, evenly place the bell peppers around and on top of the chicken. Enjoy!
Notes:
Adjust the cooking time depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts.
For any leftovers, place them in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts:
Amount Per Serving: Calories 485 | Fat 25g38% | Saturated Fat 12g75% | Cholesterol 206mg69% | Sodium 635mg28% | Potassium 1057mg30% | Carbohydrates 6g2% | Fiber 1g4% | Sugar 4g4% | Protein 54g108% | Vitamin A 2940IU59% | Vitamin C 79.6mg96% | Calcium 164mg16% | Iron 1.5mg8%
Ingredients
- Cajun Seasoning:
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 tsp oregano
- 1/4 tsp thyme
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Chicken:
- 2 bell peppers, small, thinly sliced (or use mini sweet peppers)
- 4 chicken breasts, small
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 ounces cream cheese, cold, refrigerated, and sliced into 8 slices
- 1/2 c. cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
Cajun chicken seasoning:
Step 1: In a small bowl, combine the Cajun seasoning ingredients (paprika, cayenne pepper, oregano, thyme, and salt).
Cajun chicken:
Step 1: Prepare the oven. Preheat it to 375 degrees F.
Step 2: On the bottom of a casserole dish, place the thinly sliced bell peppers.
Step 3: On top of the bell peppers, place the chicken breasts.
Step 4: Sprinkle the chicken breasts generously with Cajun seasoning and top with minced garlic.
Step 5: With 2 slices of cream cheese, top each chicken breast and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
Step 6: Place inside the preheated oven and bake for about 20 to 30 minutes, uncovered until the chicken is cooked through.
Step 7: If desired, broil the chicken for about 2 minutes.
Step 8: To serve, evenly place the bell peppers around and on top of the chicken. Enjoy!
Notes
Adjust the cooking time depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts. For any leftovers, place them in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to 3 days.
