Spicy Chicken and Rice with Peppers and Onion

What Started it all:
chicken, rice, peppers, onion.
This Spicy Chicken and Rice recipe is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a family dinner. The combination of tender chicken, fragrant rice, and sautéed peppers and onions creates a satisfying meal that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 cups of rice
- 2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to the package instructions and set aside.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers and diced onion. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until they are tender.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute.
- Slice the cooked chicken breasts into strips and return them to the skillet with the peppers and onions. Stir to combine.
- Add the cooked rice to the skillet and mix everything together until well combined. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat the rice through.
- Serve the Spicy Chicken and Rice with Peppers and Onion hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Result: A delicious and satisfying Spicy Chicken and Rice with Peppers and Onion dish that is perfect for a family dinner.