Description
Spice up your dinner routine with this creamy, cheesy Cajun Chicken with Bell Peppers! Juicy chicken breasts are seasoned with bold homemade Cajun spices, seared to perfection, then smothered in cream cheese and melty cheddar. Toss in tender sautéed bell peppers and garlic, and you’ve got a flavor-packed skillet dinner that’s ready in under 30 minutes. #CajunChicken #OnePanDinner #SpicyAndCreamy
Ingredients
Scale
Spice Blend
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon oregano
- ¼ teaspoon thyme
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Main Ingredients
- 4 small chicken breasts
- 2 small bell peppers, thinly sliced (or mini sweet peppers)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 oz cream cheese, cold and sliced into 8 pieces
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
Prepare the Cajun Seasoning
- In a small bowl, mix together paprika, cayenne pepper, oregano, thyme, and salt to create the Cajun spice blend.
Cook the Chicken and Peppers
- Season the chicken breasts evenly with the Cajun seasoning on both sides.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the sliced bell peppers and minced garlic until fragrant and tender. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, cook the seasoned chicken breasts for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden and nearly cooked through.
Add Cheese and Finish
- Top each chicken breast with two slices of cream cheese and sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
- Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for another 3–5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the chicken is fully cooked.
- Top the chicken with the sautéed bell peppers and serve warm.
Notes
- You can use store-bought Cajun seasoning, but this homemade version gives full control over the spice level.
- For extra creaminess, stir any leftover cream cheese into the skillet juices to make a quick sauce.
- Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or a simple salad to round out the meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg