baked chicken with bell pepper

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for baked chicken with bell peppers:

Baked Chicken with Bell Peppers

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
• 1 onion, sliced (optional)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
• Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Chicken:
   • In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
   • Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and coat them well with the marinade.
3. Arrange Vegetables:
   • In a baking dish, spread the sliced bell peppers and onion (if using) evenly.
4. Add Chicken:
   • Place the marinated chicken breasts on top of the vegetables.
5. Bake:
   • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for about 25-30 minutes.
   • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C) and the vegetables are tender.
6. Serve:
   • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.

Tips:

• Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.
• You can also marinate the chicken for a few hours or overnight for more flavor.

Enjoy your meal!