Chicken with Red Pepper Sauce

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this rich and flavorful Chicken with Red Pepper Sauce! This easy-to-make recipe features tender, golden-seared chicken breasts simmered in a velvety, homemade roasted red pepper sauce infused with garlic, onion, and a hint of smoked paprika. Creamy yet light, the sauce perfectly balances savory and smoky notes, making it an ideal complement to poultry. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy evenings yet elegant enough for entertaining. Serve it over fluffy rice, al dente pasta, or alongside roasted vegetables for a restaurant-worthy meal. With its bold flavors, simple ingredients, and versatile serving options, this chicken recipe will quickly become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 cups roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 2 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 small onion
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika on both sides.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Cook the chicken breasts in the skillet for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Finely chop the garlic cloves and onion. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet and sauté the garlic and onion until fragrant and lightly browned, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the roasted red peppers, chicken broth, and heavy cream to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender to puree the sauce until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Return the sauce to the skillet and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 8

Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for 5-7 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot with rice, pasta, or a side of vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1735.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2530.2

Total Fat 148.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 812.0mg	0%
Sodium 4488.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.6g	0%
Total Sugars 26.9g
Protein 223.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 189.2mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 1578.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.1%

Protein: 36.8%

Carbs: 8.1%