Confetti Chicken

Brighten up your dinner table with Confetti Chicken, a vibrant and creamy one-pan meal that's as colorful as it is delicious. Featuring tender seared chicken breasts nestled in a rich, velvety parmesan cream sauce, this dish is elevated by a medley of diced red, yellow, and green bell peppers, along with sweet red onion and aromatic garlic. The savory flavors are perfectly balanced with a hint of paprika and the freshness of chopped parsley for garnish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this family-friendly recipe can be served over rice or pasta for a hearty and satisfying meal. Whether you're looking to impress dinner guests or jazz up a weeknight supper, Confetti Chicken adds a burst of flavor and color to every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 large, diced red bell pepper
• 1 large, diced yellow bell pepper
• 1 large, diced green bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced red onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 0.5 cup, grated parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 4 cups (optional; for serving) cooked rice or pasta

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season them evenly with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder on both sides.

Step 2

Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Sear the chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown but not fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Toss in the diced red, yellow, and green bell peppers, as well as the diced red onion. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring to prevent burning.

Step 5

Pour the chicken broth into the skillet to deglaze it, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the heavy cream. Let it simmer gently for 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce and vegetable mixture. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 10-12 minutes over low heat, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 8

Once the chicken is cooked through, sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the skillet. Stir gently to combine it into the sauce.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately over cooked rice or pasta, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2804.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3861.6

Total Fat 151.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 856.5mg	0%
Sodium 3582.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 325.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g	0%
Total Sugars 16.3g
Protein 265.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 729.0mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 1964.3mg	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: 36.6%

Protein: 28.5%

Carbs: 34.9%