Paleo Cajun Chicken Pieces
Spice up your dinner routine with this flavorful and wholesome Paleo Cajun Chicken Pieces recipe! Perfectly seasoned bite-sized chicken breasts are infused with a bold blend of Cajun spices, garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, and a touch of cayenne for just the right level of heat. Tossed with vibrant red and yellow bell peppers, caramelized onions, and a splash of fresh lemon juice, this skillet-cooked dish is bursting with zesty flavor and nourishing ingredients. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a quick and easy one-pan meal that’s Paleo-friendly, gluten-free, and packed with protein and veggies. Serve this dish as-is for a lighter option or pair it with cauliflower rice for the ultimate wholesome meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Paleo-friendly Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 medium, sliced red bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced yellow bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces of about 1-1.5 inches.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken pieces with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, sea salt, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with all the spices.
Set the seasoned chicken aside to marinate while you prepare the vegetables.
Slice the red and yellow bell peppers and the onion into thin strips.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken starts to brown.
Add the sliced bell peppers and onion to the skillet. Continue to cook for another 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
Remove from heat and stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice for an added burst of flavor.
Serve the Paleo Cajun Chicken Pieces hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1006 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.1 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 1713 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 114.2 g | 228% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1919 mg | 41% | |
*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.
