Cajun Chicken with Bell Peppers (Print Version)
Cajun chicken paired with creamy cheese and tender bell peppers baked to perfection.
# Ingredients:
→ Cajun Seasoning
01 -
1 teaspoon paprika
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¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
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¼ teaspoon dried oregano
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¼ teaspoon dried thyme
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¼ teaspoon salt
→ Chicken
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2 small bell peppers, thinly sliced
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4 small chicken breasts
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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6 oz cold cream cheese, sliced into 8 pieces
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½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
# Instructions:
01 -
Combine paprika, cayenne pepper, oregano, thyme, and salt in a small bowl. Mix until evenly blended.
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Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
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Arrange the thinly sliced bell peppers evenly across the bottom of the casserole dish.
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Place the chicken breasts on top of the bell peppers. Generously sprinkle Cajun seasoning over the chicken breasts, using as much as desired.
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Spread the minced garlic evenly over the chicken. Top each chicken breast with 2 slices of cream cheese, followed by a layer of shredded cheddar cheese.
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Bake the chicken uncovered in the preheated oven for 20-30 minutes, or until fully cooked. Check for an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F).
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Broil the chicken for 2 minutes for a golden and melted topping, if desired.
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Scoop the bell peppers from underneath the chicken and arrange them around and on top of the baked chicken breasts.