Best 5 Italian Style Chicken Peppers Recipes

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Embark on a delightful culinary journey as we unveil the secrets of creating "Italian Style Chicken Peppers," a dish that embodies the vibrant spirit of Italian cuisine. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of flavors as we guide you through the process of selecting the perfect ingredients, mastering essential techniques, and discovering the art of balancing spices to achieve an unforgettable dish that will transport you to the heart of Italy with every bite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ITALIAN CHICKEN AND PEPPERS



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I put this chicken recipe together one day when I had leftover peppers and wanted something easy. To my delight, the taste reminded me of pizza-something I love but can no longer eat! It's great with steamed broccoli. -Brenda Nolen, Simpsonville, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 jar (24 ounces) garden-style spaghetti sauce
1 medium onion, sliced
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 each small green, sweet yellow and red peppers, julienned
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
Hot cooked pasta
Shaved Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Mix first eight ingredients; stir in peppers. Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Top with sauce mixture., Cook, covered, on low until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, 3-4 hours. Serve with pasta; if desired, top with shaved cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 738mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ITALIAN-STYLE CHICKEN & PEPPERS



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I found my mom's well-stained recipe card for chicken and green peppers and was flooded with memories. I'd forgot how good it was! Hope you enjoy. -Donna Miller, Grosse Pointe, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups meatless pasta sauce
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium green pepper, finely chopped
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Place pasta sauce in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave, covered, on high for 3-4 minutes or until hot, stirring halfway through., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add green pepper; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until tender. Transfer to a small bowl; stir in cream cheese., Arrange chicken in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Spoon pepper mixture onto chicken. Pour warmed sauce over top. Place cheese over sauce. Bake, covered, 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 1030mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

ITALIAN CHICKEN SAUSAGE AND PEPPERS



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Tart balsamic vinegar brightens up bell peppers, sweet tomatoes, and juicy chicken sausage for flavorful Italian fare. Bring it all together with toasted bread and fresh oregano.

Provided by Jamie

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 orange bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large sweet onion, cut into thin wedges
2 cups grape tomatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt, divided
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
1 (8 ounce) baguette, thinly sliced
1 (12 ounce) package cooked Italian chicken sausage, sliced diagonally into thirds
1 tablespoon snipped fresh oregano

Steps:

  • Arrange 2 racks in middle and upper thirds of oven and preheat to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line two 10x15-inch baking pans with foil.
  • Toss bell peppers, onion, and tomatoes together in a large bowl with 1 tablespoon oil, balsamic vinegar, Italian seasoning, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Transfer to one of the prepared pans.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, drizzle bread slices with remaining olive oil and sprinkle with remaining salt and black pepper. Arrange on the other prepared pan.
  • Remove the vegetables from the oven; push to one side of the pan. Add sausage to the exposed portion of the pan.
  • Roast until vegetables are tender and sausage is heated through, 10 to 15 minutes more, adding the pan with bread in the last 5 minutes of roasting time. Sprinkle vegetables and sausage with oregano and serve with bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 474.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 33.3 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 19.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 1231.5 mg, Sugar 6 g

ITALIAN CHICKEN AND PEPPERS



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A welcome change from traditional spaghetti and meatballs! I got this recipe from Campbell's website, and made some of my own changes, which are listed below. This is a big hit with my family and have been asked to make it often. I have occasionally substituted the chicken with sausage and it came out just as great!

Provided by seabeewife401

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 lbs boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch cubes
2 medium green peppers, cut into strips
1 -2 medium onion, chopped (depending on preference)
2 -4 garlic cloves, minced (depending on preference)
2 (4 ounce) cans sliced mushrooms (optional)
1 (26 -28 ounce) jar prego traditional Italian sauce (you can use any kind you have on hand)
6 cups cooked whole wheat spaghetti
salt and pepper, to taste
1 pinch oregano
1 pinch sweet basil
1 pinch parsley flakes

Steps:

  • Sauté peppers, onions, mushrooms and garlic in a large skillet until the peppers are slightly tender.
  • Remove vegetables from skillet and set aside.
  • Add vegetable oil to warm skillet. Place cubed chicken into the skillet and cook on medium heat until browned; approximately 15 minutes.
  • Return sauteed vegetables to skillet with chicken.
  • Add sauce to the skillet and heat through. Add salt, pepper and additional spices if needed**.
  • Serve over cooked pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.5, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 75.1, Sodium 581.5, Carbohydrate 58, Fiber 10.5, Sugar 13.7, Protein 33.9

ITALIAN COUNTRY CHICKEN & PEPPERS



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Make and share this Italian Country Chicken & Peppers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Steve P.

Categories     Stew

Time 1h35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 -3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces
1 lb Italian sausage, cut into 1 inch pieces
4 medium potatoes, don't peel, cut into bite size pieces
red pepper (bite size pieces as many as you like)
green pepper (bite size pieces as many as you like)
13 3/4 fluid ounces chicken broth (canned is fine)
1/4 cup garlic-flavored red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons italian seasoning

Steps:

  • In large roasting pan place chicken, sausage and potatoes.
  • Bake at 425 for 20 minutes.
  • Then stir in the peppers and onions.
  • In small bowl combine chicken broth, vinegar and Italian seasoning.
  • Pour over meat and vegetables in pan.
  • Cover and bake for 40-45 minutes until chicken is done, stirring occasionally.
  • Spoon meat and vegetables into serving dish.
  • You can either discard broth mixture or use cornstarch to make a gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 830, Fat 37.7, SaturatedFat 12.5, Cholesterol 210, Sodium 1966.9, Carbohydrate 42.5, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 2.9, Protein 76.3

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: For best results, use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs.
  • Marinate the chicken: Marinating the chicken in a mixture of olive oil, herbs, and spices will help to tenderize and flavor it.
  • Use ripe, fresh bell peppers: Bell peppers come in a variety of colors, each with a slightly different flavor. Choose ripe, firm peppers with bright colors.
  • Cook the chicken and peppers until they are tender: The chicken should be cooked through and the peppers should be soft but still have a slight crunch.
  • Serve immediately: This dish is best served immediately, garnished with fresh herbs and grated Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

This Italian-style chicken and peppers dish is a flavorful and easy-to-make weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, the peppers are colorful and slightly sweet, and the sauce is rich and savory. Serve this dish with a side of pasta or rice, and you will satisfy the whole family.

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