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A sizzling skillet of homemade chicken with peppers and onions, cooked to golden perfection on a white kitchen counter.

chicken with peppers and onions

5 from 1 vote
A quick and flavorful one-pan chicken with peppers and onions that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy chicken, caramelized veggies, and a light sauce come together in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Chicken breast or thighs Boneless skinless
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Extra virgin preferred
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Or more to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Adjust as needed
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper Freshly ground
  • 3 medium Bell peppers Red yellow, and green, sliced
  • 1 Large Sweet onion Sliced
  • ½ cup Chicken broth Low sodium preferred
  • ¼ cup White wine Optional for depth of flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon Red pepper flakes Optional for heat
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Optional for richness
  • 2 tablespoon Fresh herbs Basil or parsley chopped

Equipment

  • 1 112-inch skillet Cast iron or stainless steel
  • 1 Cutting board For slicing chicken and vegetables
  • 1 Chef's knife Sharp for easy cutting
  • 1 Wooden spoon For stirring
  • 1 Tongs For flipping chicken
  • 1 Citrus juicer Optional, for fresh lemon juic

Method
 

  1. Slice chicken into strips and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Warm oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook chicken in batches until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add more oil if needed and cook onions until translucent.
  5. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  6. Add bell peppers and sauté until tender-crisp.
  7. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes.
  8. Return chicken to the pan and stir everything together.
  9. Pour in broth and wine, then simmer briefly.
  10. Squeeze in lemon juice, stir in butter, and garnish with herbs.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.