Pan-Seared Chicken with Smoky Paprika and Sweet Bell Peppers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-06 · Updated 2026-05-06

Juicy chicken breasts pan-seared with smoky paprika and sautéed sweet bell peppers create a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for a quick dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired Easter recipe (gluten free, high protein), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, smoked paprika, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

Ingredients

• 2 pieces, about 6 oz each chicken breasts
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
• 1 medium, sliced into thin strips yellow bell pepper
• 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tbsp, freshly squeezed lemon juice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 chicken breasts and season both sides with 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
3. Step 3: Remove chicken from skillet and set aside; reduce heat to medium and add 1 sliced red bell pepper, 1 sliced yellow bell pepper, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 5 minutes until peppers are tender and garlic is fragrant.
4. Step 4: Return chicken to skillet, drizzle 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice over everything, and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Cook together for 1 minute to combine flavors before serving.