Description
A comforting dish featuring succulent chicken breasts topped with caramelized bell peppers and melted cheese, perfect for family meals or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to an even thickness
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar or mozzarella)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the browned chicken breasts to a baking dish.
- Top with bell peppers and cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Consider reheating in the oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg