Description
A vibrant and spicy Jalapeño Chicken with Bell Peppers stir-fry that combines tender chicken pieces with colorful bell peppers and jalapeños, all infused with zesty lime juice and aromatic spices. Perfect for a quick, healthy, and gluten-free Mexican-inspired main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 2 jalapeños, thinly sliced (remove seeds for less heat)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Seasonings & Sauces
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Garnish
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the vegetables: In the same skillet, add the sliced red, yellow, and green bell peppers along with the sliced jalapeños. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until the peppers are slightly tender but still vibrant.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, ensuring the garlic does not burn.
- Combine and season: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir in soy sauce, lime juice, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve the dish warm. It pairs wonderfully with rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
Notes
- For a spicier version, leave the jalapeño seeds in or add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.
- This dish pairs well with rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce to maintain the gluten-free status.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeños based on your preferred spice level.
