Cajun Chicken Vegetable Skillet (Printable)

Tender chicken, crisp veggies, and zesty Cajun spices come together in a single skillet for a vibrant, hearty meal.

# Components:

→ Chicken

01 - 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 1/2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
05 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Vegetables

06 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
07 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
08 - 1 small zucchini, sliced into half-moons
09 - 1 small red onion, sliced
10 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
11 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
13 - Lemon wedges

# Directions:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine chicken pieces with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper until thoroughly coated.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and nearly cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a separate dish and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion. Sauté for approximately 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
04 - Introduce the halved cherry tomatoes and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the tomatoes start to blister.
05 - Return the seared chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir to combine and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes, ensuring the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender-crisp.
06 - Remove the skillet from the heat. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges, if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to make and easy to clean up since everything cooks in one skillet
  • Full of bright flavors from Cajun spices and fresh vegetables
  • Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free for a lighter take on comfort food
  • Great for meal prep with leftovers tasting even better the next day
02 -
  • Balanced source of lean protein and fiber-rich vegetables
  • Creates little mess since it uses only one pan
  • Ready in under an hour so it is easy enough for busy nights
03 -
  • Let the seasoned chicken marinate for at least ten minutes while you prep vegetables for deeper flavor
  • Do not stir the chicken too soon after adding to the skillet so a good crust forms
  • Blistered cherry tomatoes are key so give them time to pop for maximum burst and flavor

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