Sauteed Chicken and Red Peppers

Sometimes cooking for one can be a bit of a pain. This is a favorite dish of mine; it's quick, simple, delicious, and a great way to use leftover chicken. Serve on a bed of rice, couscous, or noodles or for a low-carb option, omit the starch.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
1
Yield:
1 serving

Ingredients

  • 3 slices bacon

  • ¾ cup cubed, cooked chicken

  • ½ red bell pepper, chopped into 1-inch pieces

  • 1 green onion, chopped

  • 1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste (Optional)

Directions

  1. Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove bacon slices and drain on paper towels. When cool enough to handle, chop bacon into 1-inch pieces.

  2. Add chicken, bell pepper, green onion, and bacon to the skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook until bell pepper has softened and chicken is heated through, 7 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Cook's Note:

Bacon fat can be drained from the pan without compromising the dish.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

437 Calories
36g Fat
5g Carbs
23g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 1
Calories 437
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 36g 46%
Saturated Fat 11g 53%
Cholesterol 79mg 26%
Sodium 822mg 36%
Total Carbohydrate 5g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 23g 46%
Vitamin C 79mg 88%
Calcium 26mg 2%
Iron 2mg 10%
Potassium 400mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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