One-Pan Mixed Pepper Chicken

This One-pan Mixed Pepper Chicken is simply mouth-watering! It is filled with fresh, delicious flavors and spices. Ready in 30 minutes, serve with vegetables or salad.

I love bell peppers and chicken, so I decided to cook them together in one pan! This dish is effortless and can easily be customized to your taste.

If you are a capsicum pepper lover, you will enjoy these Eggs and Capsicum Peppers in Tomato Sauce, Creamy Yellow Pepper Pasta, Roasted Red Pepper Pappardelle Pasta , and Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers With Lentils.

Why You Should Try This Recipe

• This recipe is a great dinner option because it can be made in 30 minutes!
• It is a great family dinner option.
• It can be served however you choose, depending on your dietary needs.
• The mixed pepper chicken pan is also a great meal prep option. It can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
• It is very easy to customize this dish. Add your favorite vegetables, e.g., carrots, cabbage, and more.

One-pan Mixed Pepper Chicken Ingredients

• Chicken drumsticks and thighs: I added chicken drumsticks and thighs to this pan. However, you can use any chicken pieces of your choice. If you use different chicken pieces, you may have to cook the dish for a longer or shorter amount of time.
• Seasoning (salt to taste, paprika, garlic seasoning, onion seasoning, and oregano): I used these ingredients to add flavor to the chicken pieces and sauce. You can alter the amount of each ingredient to suit your taste.
• Tomato puree: This ingredient creates a delicious, thick, tomatoey sauce for the chicken.
• Onions: Add flavor to the dish.
• Capsicum peppers (bell peppers): Add a fresh, sweet, fruity flavor to the meal.

Tips and Substitutions

• Oven: You can cook this dish in the oven instead of on the stove. However, be sure to use a cast iron pan or ovenproof pan.
• Chicken: Alternative chicken pieces can be used in this chicken, e.g., chicken fillets, chicken wings, and more, but you may have to cook them for a longer or shorter amount of time.
• Alternatives: You can swap chicken for any protein you choose, e.g., shrimp, fish, beef, and more.

How to Make the One-Pan Mixed Pepper Chicken

1. Grab a medium-sized bowl and add the chicken pieces. Season the chicken pieces with salt to taste, ¼ teaspoon of onion powder, ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder, paprika to taste, and a splash of vegetable or sunflower oil. Rub the ingredients into the chicken and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
2. In the meantime, chop three mixed bell peppers, ½ an onion, and ½ a tomato. Set aside for later.
3. Once the chicken has finished marinating, heat a splash of oil in the pan, then add the chicken pieces and cook on each side for 7-10 minutes or until brown.
4. Remove the chicken pieces from the pan and drain excess oil if necessary. Ensure you leave the chicken juices in the pan because it will add more flavor!
5. Add onions to the pan and cook for a few minutes. Then, add 3-4 tablespoon of tomato puree, stir and cook for 1 minute. Pour in 1 cup of water or chicken stock. Season the mixture with salt to taste, pepper to taste, and oregano, and bring to a boil.
6. Then, add the chicken pieces, mixed peppers, and tomatoes to the pan. Cook on a low/ medium heat for another 15 minutes or until the chicken is done and serve.

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