Sautéed Cajun Chicken with Roasted Vegetable Medley

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-30 · Updated 2026-04-30

A vibrant dish featuring tender chicken breasts seasoned with Cajun spices, paired with a roasted mix of bell peppers, zucchini, and sweet potatoes for a flavorful, hearty meal. This southern us-inspired chicken (gluten free) ready in about 50 minutes pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, Cajun seasoning, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, 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

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large, sliced into 1/2-inch strips red bell pepper
• 1 large, sliced into 1/2-inch strips yellow bell pepper
• 1 medium, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds zucchini
• 1 large, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes sweet potato
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp, divided salt
• 1/2 tsp, divided black pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped, for garnish fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 1 diced large sweet potato, 1 sliced large red bell pepper, 1 sliced large yellow bell pepper, and 1 sliced medium zucchini with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and lightly caramelized.
2. Step 2: While vegetables roast, pat dry 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts and rub evenly with 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning and a pinch of 1/2 tsp salt. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Step 3: Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through and golden brown, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove chicken and keep warm.
4. Step 4: In the same skillet, add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, scraping up any browned bits.
5. Step 5: Plate the roasted vegetables and top with the Cajun chicken breasts. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.