20 Healthier Chicken and Bell Pepper Recipes You’ll Love

When it comes to meals that are satisfying, nutritious, and full of flavor, these lighter chicken and bell pepper recipes can’t be beaten.

Packed with lean protein, fiber-rich veggies, and plenty of seasonings—from Italian herbs to Asian spices—these dishes make a great option for lunch or dinner any night of the week.

So if you’re looking for some easy ideas that are family-approved (and better for you than takeout), try one of these delicious recipes!

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1. Sweet and Sour Chicken

Sweet and sour chicken is a classic takeaway dish, but this recipe will make you rethink ordering out.

It’s so easy to put together in just half an hour and has tons of mouth-watering flavors—from tangy pineapple to umami soy sauce.

Top it off with the crunchiest veggies and the juiciest chicken pieces that you can imagine!

You won’t regret adding this one to your dinner rotation.

2. Chicken Fajitas

If you’re looking for an easy and flavorful weeknight meal, that everyone in the family will enjoy – it doesn’t get much better than chicken fajitas.

This amazing dish is chock-full of deliciously seasoned chicken, peppers, onions, and a hint of lime juice. Just scoop it up into warm tortillas and add any of your favorite toppings.

Yum!

And while these fajitas are always a mouth-watering delight at Mexican restaurants, you don’t have to leave home to satisfy your cravings because they’re so simple to make…in just 30 minutes or less!

Life can be oh-so-real good with deliciousness like this waiting for you in your own kitchen.

3. Creamy Garlic Pesto Chicken

Let’s be real—the simplest dishes are sometimes the best.

Case in point: this creamy garlic pesto chicken!

It takes mere minutes to throw together and always takes a dish from bland to grand (that should totally be a saying).

The flavor blend of sweet bell peppers, savory sun-dried tomatoes, and juicy pesto is divine.

Everything gets coated with an amazing mix of garlic, cream, and chicken stock; it’s just heaven on a plate.

And bonus points for making this an easy one-pan dish! It’s like taking takeout meals up a hundred notches – no kidding!

4. Healthy Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Bell Pepper

There’s nothing quite like a good stir-fry to make homemade healthy eating easy and delicious.

And this chicken bites stir-fry with broccoli and bell pepper is the perfect weeknight meal to turn to.

It’s full of flavor, color, and plenty of protein, making it a great option for anyone looking for an easy yet satisfying dinner.

Plus, you can use any veggies your heart desires!

The combination of soy sauce, honey, sesame oil – plus some optional red chili pepper flakes – create an irresistible flavor that will make everyone asking for seconds (or thirds).

5. One Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta

Craving Mexican food?

Then this One Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta is exactly what you need.

It combines all the goodness of classic chicken fajitas—tangy peppers, juicy chicken, and bold flavors – with creamy pasta into one cheesy bowl of deliciousness.

It’s a protein-packed meal that’s sure to keep your family smiling throughout the week.

In just 30 minutes or less, you can make this easy dish without any mess or fuss!

Plus, clean-up is a breeze since it’s cooked in only one pot.

No matter how busy your routine may be, there’s always time for this tasty dish!

6. Spicy and Creamy Cajun Chicken Bake with Bell Peppers

This Spicy and Creamy Cajun Chicken Bake with Bell Peppers is going to be your saving grace.

The homemade Cajun seasoning adds a ton of flavor and spice to the lean chicken breasts.

It’s creamy, it’s cheesy and—best of all—it comes together in one pan.

Don’t forget about the bell peppers either!

Those sweet slices of pepper add freshness to the dish while providing a great crunchy texture that we can’t get enough of.

7. Rasta Pasta

As soon as you spoon the creamy, rich, and slightly spicy Rasta Pasta into your bowl, I guarantee it will become one of your weeknight dinner favorites.

It has everything that makes a meal memorable: juicy jerk chicken, crunchy bell peppers, parmesan-studded sauce…the list goes on!

Plus it comes together in under 40 minutes so you can get back to doing what’s important.

What more could you ask for?

8. Creamy Chicken Picasso

This recipe can easily impress a crowd! It’s fast, flavourful, and oh-so comforting.

We start with sautéed chicken breast in butter, smothered in bell peppers and onions that have been caramelized to perfection. The velvety sauce is made with heavy cream, cheese, and tomatoes.

A pinch of nutmeg gives it a hint of warmth you don’t usually get with your typical weeknight dish.

In the end not only do you have succulent chicken breasts but also creamy sauce underneath beautifully melted cheese. It’s an absolute masterpiece!

9. Southwest Chicken Marinade and Baked Chicken

When it comes to southwestern flavors, this marinade and baked chicken is the best.

It has all those classic south-of-the-border ingredients like chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and oregano that give you an intense flavor sensation that will blow your mind.

This dish isn’t just delicious it’s also easy to make: simply mix up the marinade in a bowl, pour over your chicken and vegetables, let sit for 30 minutes (or overnight), then bake at 375°F for 25 minutes or until golden brown.

Now dig in and get ready to be transported back into the wild wild west!

10. Pepper Chicken Bake

If you’re looking for an effortless and scrumptious weeknight dinner, look no further.

This pepper chicken bake is just what you need.

This dish only takes 25 minutes to make and it’s bursting with fresh flavors from the bell peppers, onion and garlic not to mention the umami-style sauce that brings all the herby aromas together nicely.

Just toss your ingredients in a pan before popping them in the oven – this low-maintenance entire meal will be ready in no time!

Serve it over rice or with some crusty bread for dipping into every last bit of deliciousness.

11. Chicken Fajita Stuffed Peppers

These chicken fajita stuffed peppers are just what you need!

Not only are they delicious, but they can be made with ingredients that most of us already have in our pantries.

Making these takes minimal effort but yields maximum flavor.

The marinade is super easy and imparts a ton of flavor on the grilled chicken which pairs perfectly with cooked bell peppers, Spanish rice, and Mexican cheese mix – all wrapped up into one cheesy bite-sized burst of yumminess.

Fancy food without any fuss – now that’s something I like to hear!

12. Easy Thai Red Chicken Curry

This Thai Red Chicken Curry is one of those dishes that nobody ever wants to stop eating!

It’s so full of bold flavors, plus it’s really easy to put together in about 30 minutes.

The red curry paste adds an intensely fragrant and spicy layer, while the coconut milk imparts a creamy richness – perfect for dunking some freshly steamed jasmine rice into.

You can also customize this dish according to your taste.

Adjust the level of spice based on how much curry paste you add, or switch out the chicken for other proteins such as beef or shrimp.

Either way, your taste buds will be in for a treat!

13. Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers

When it comes to stuffing bell peppers, the possibilities are endless.

However, I just can’t get enough of these buffalo chicken stuffed bell peppers!

It starts off with tender cooked chicken that is tossed in a tangy and slightly sweet Buffalo sauce.

It’s then combined with an equally delectable blend of mayo, onion powder, nutritional yeast, and spices to make it so flavorful you won’t even miss not using cheese!

Serve this up for dinner tonight – perfect for any occasion!

14. Kung Pao Chicken

Kung Pao Chicken is a classic for good reason; it’s bursting with flavor, and quick to put together.

This savory, sweet and spicy stir-fry will tantalize your taste buds in all the right ways.

This delicious dish starts with juicy chicken thighs sautéed until golden brown.

Throw in bell peppers, onions, and flavorful dried chilies before soaking it all up in a signature dark soy sauce that gives the whole thing an amazing complexity of flavor.

It’s easy enough to make at home (it only takes 30 minutes!), yet special enough to share with family or friends on any occasion.

15. Hawaiian Chicken

One-pan Hawaiian Chicken is the perfect meal for your next family get-together.

I promise it will be devoured within minutes—it’s that good!

All you need to do is marinate the chicken in a few classic seasonings (think garlic ginger, sesame oil, and brown sugar) before frying it up with pineapple chunks and red bell pepper slices.

Then finish off the heavenly sauce with a delicious blend of soy sauce, chicken broth, and cornstarch.

It’s sure to have everyone coming back for seconds….or thirds!

16. Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Peppers

This is an easy weeknight dinner that packs so much flavor into one dish!

Plus, it freezes well if you want to make extra.

These peppers are filled with cooked chicken, plenty of seasonings like garlic powder and black pepper, plus Italian staples like parsley and marinara sauce.

They’re then topped off with mozzarella cheese and panko breadcrumbs for the perfect crunchy crumb topping.

Feel free to customize this classic according to your tastes by adding other ingredients like mushrooms or spinach!

17. Chicken Quesadilla

Here comes the humble chicken quesadilla.

It’s loaded with tender chicken, diced bell pepper and red onion, grated cheese, and chopped cilantro, which come together to create some serious flavor powerhouses.

Plus they take just minutes to prepare!

These tortillas are so quick to make (and affordably budget-friendly), so don’t be afraid to customize your own with extra veggies or seasonings according to your tastes.

Add hot sauce if you like it hot or sour cream if you prefer something cool and creamy.

18. Creamy Garlic Pesto Chicken

Garlic Pesto Chicken is the perfect dish to satisfy comfort food cravings.

It features a delicious and creamy garlic sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, bell peppers, and basil pesto that come together in one pan for an easy yet flavorful dinner.

This meal is fully customizable – change out the protein, vegetables, and herbs as desired to make it your own.

You can use whatever you have on hand to create something unique but delicious every time!

Every single bite of this Garlic Pesto Chicken will be tantalizingly creamy, savory, and delightfully herby thanks to its medley of flavors – what’s not to love?

Treat yourself tonight with this incredible dish!

19. Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta (Copycat)

With this sweet Thai chili stir fry, I promise your taste buds will be singing.

It has it all—savory spices, crunchy veggies, and tender pieces of chicken swimming in the most delicious sticky-sweet sauce.

You’ll want to drizzle it on everything or at least lick up every last drop!

One pot and only 35 minutes stand between you and a delicious take-out-worthy meal that you can serve up any night of the week.

Get ready for compliments because everyone is sure to be asking for more!

20. Sweet Thai Chili Chicken Stir Fry

Tired of the same ol’ dinner rotation?

Add some serious flavor impact to your kitchen tonight with this Sweet Thai Chili Chicken Stir Fry!

It’s simple yet loaded with big bold flavors—a delectable combination of sweet and savory encased in tender chicken and crisp veggies.

Add a few red chili flakes for that extra spicy kick, if you’re feeling adventurous, but it’s absolutely delicious just as it is.

Plus, it’ll only take you 35 minutes to make, so grab your wok or skillet and get cooking!

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