Sautéed Chicken with Garlic and Bell Pepper Strips

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-12 · Updated 2026-06-12

Tender chicken pieces quickly sautéed with vibrant bell peppers and garlic for a colorful, flavorful dish. This mediterranean-inspired chicken ready in about 25 minutes pairs cut into 1-inch strips chicken breast, minced garlic cloves, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 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.

Ingredients

• 400 g, cut into 1-inch strips chicken breast
• 1 medium, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
• 1 medium, sliced into thin strips yellow bell pepper
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped for garnish fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 400 g chicken breast strips to the skillet, spreading them out in a single layer. Cook for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is golden and cooked through.
3. Step 3: Add 1 sliced red bell pepper and 1 sliced yellow bell pepper to the skillet. Stir and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the peppers soften but retain some crunch.
4. Step 4: Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, tossing to combine. Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.