Description
A flavorful and creamy Cajun chicken baked with bell peppers, cream cheese, and cheddar. Perfect for a quick, spicy spring dinner.
Ingredients
1 teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon oregano
¼ teaspoon thyme
¼ teaspoon salt
2 bell peppers, thinly sliced
4 small chicken breasts
4 cloves garlic, minced
6 oz cream cheese, sliced
½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Mix all seasoning ingredients in a bowl.
3. Lay sliced bell peppers in casserole dish.
4. Place chicken breasts on top and season generously.
5. Add minced garlic over chicken.
6. Top each with cream cheese and cheddar.
7. Bake uncovered for 20–30 minutes.
8. Broil 2 minutes for a golden finish.
9. Serve with peppers scooped around chicken.
Notes
Adjust spice level to taste.
Pairs well with rice or pasta.
Broil at the end for crispy cheese topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken, spicy chicken skillet, creamy sauce