Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Chicken Skillet Recipe
This creamy roasted red pepper chicken is a flavorful one-pan dish ready in about 30 minutes. Perfectly seasoned and simmered in a rich roasted red pepper sauce, it pairs wonderfully with pasta, orzo, or roasted vegetables. The recipe is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free friendly, making it a versatile and healthy meal option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Chicken and Seasonings
- 1 ¼ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Cooking
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 ½ cups roasted red pepper sauce (see recipe link or homemade)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: If you haven’t already, prepare the roasted red pepper sauce as directed in its recipe. The sauce yields a large batch, and extra can be used to complement pasta or veggies.
- Slice Chicken: Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to create thinner pieces, ensuring even cooking.
- Season Chicken: Combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Season both sides of the chicken breasts evenly with this spice mix and pat them to help the seasoning adhere.
- Heat Butter: In a cast iron skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until hot and slightly bubbling.
- Sear Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken pieces in the skillet and cook for about 4 minutes on each side until browned. Don’t worry if they’re not fully cooked through at this point.
- Simmer in Sauce: Pour the roasted red pepper sauce into the skillet with the chicken. Lower the heat and let it simmer gently for about 5 minutes, turning the chicken occasionally to fully coat and meld the flavors.
- Check Doneness: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- Serve: Plate the chicken with your choice of sides, such as pasta, orzo, or roasted vegetables, and enjoy the creamy, flavorful dish.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts; just trim excess fat and increase cooking time by about 5 minutes.
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free if using the specified sauce.
- Leftover roasted red pepper sauce can be saved and used as a versatile condiment or pasta sauce.
- Ensure to slice chicken breasts evenly for uniform cooking.
- Use a cast iron skillet or heavy-bottom pan for best searing results.
