Dragon-Flame Chicken Skillet

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-30 · Updated 2026-03-30

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A fiery, one-pan dish with smoky flavors and a caramelized glaze, reminiscent of a dragon's breath. This Asian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, bell pepper, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Asian-Inspired cuisine 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces, bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
2 medium, sliced bell pepper
1 medium, sliced onion
3 cloves, minced garlic
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp sriracha
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
2 tbsp pineapple juice

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
Step 2: Add 1 medium onion and 2 medium bell peppers, sautéing for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in 3 cloves garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Mix in 1 tbsp sriracha, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, and 2 tbsp pineapple juice. Pour over the chicken and vegetables, then simmer for 15 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
Step 4: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.