Low Calorie Spicy Chicken Skillet: A Flavorful Delight!
A delicious and healthy low-calorie spicy chicken skillet dish that is easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet and sauté until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the chili powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for quick meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg