One Pan Mediterranean Chicken with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
One Pan Mediterranean Chicken with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce is a delightful dish that marries vibrant Mediterranean flavors with ease of preparation. In just 30 minutes, you’ll create a restaurant-quality meal perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. This recipe features tender chicken thighs coated in a luscious roasted red pepper sauce, making each bite rich and satisfying. The best part? It’s all made in one pan, ensuring minimal cleanup and maximum enjoyment with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 4 tablespoons oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅔ cup chopped roasted red peppers
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: Blend roasted red peppers, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, oil, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Cook the Chicken: Season chicken with remaining Italian seasoning and cook in a greased skillet over medium heat for about 6-8 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
- Heat the Sauce: Pour the blended mixture into the same skillet, cook for 2-3 minutes, then stir in heavy cream until thickened.
- Combine and Serve: Return the chicken to the pan, coat it in the sauce, and garnish with optional feta cheese and fresh basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce (150g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg