Chicken Strips with Peppers

Name: Chicken Strips with Peppers
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Chicken breast 0.7 lb; Red peppers 1; Yellow peppers 1; Tomato purée 1 ¼ cup; White wine 1 glass; Garlic 1 clove; Rice flour to taste; Extra virgin olive oil to taste; Salt to taste; Black pepper to taste

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Gluten Free
Lactose Free

Difficulty: Very easy
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 40 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Very low

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Lulù Gargari

Chicken strips with peppers, honestly, bring the colorful flavors of Southern Italy right to your dinner table. And look, it makes any evening feel a bit more special. With chicken strips sliced thin for that tender bite and bell peppers in all shades, this dish catches your eye before you even take a bite. I mean, Italians love using fresh, colorful ingredients, and this recipe shows why. The sweet crunch of peppers next to juicy chicken makes every forkful interesting. Really, it’s hard to beat how quickly everything cooks up. And the sauce? When the pan gets a splash of white wine, you can smell that burst of acidity that just brightens up the whole dish. For real, it balances the sweetness of the peppers and makes things pop. Tomato sauce brings all the flavors together, giving a slightly velvety finish that keeps things from feeling too heavy.

For anyone after easy chicken recipes or a good chicken stir fry idea, this one stands out. Pretty simple. In Southern Italy, some folks prefer a mix of red and yellow peppers to get that classic color combo, but feel free to use whatever you have on hand. This is one of those quick dinner recipes that really, really work for busy weeknights or relaxed family gatherings. Here's the deal: it pairs well with all kinds of sides—think rustic bread, a bowl of rice, or just a green salad for something lighter. People who like experimenting with other chicken skillet recipes will notice how versatile this method is. You could swap the peppers for zucchini or toss in olives for a twist. Seriously, it’s no wonder dishes like this show up so often in healthy Italian homes—they’re full of moist chicken, crisp vegetables, and real flavor without fuss.

Whether you call it chicken and peppers, a spin on one-pan meals, or just a family favorite, this Italian recipe gets the job done every time. The balance of fresh veggies and lean meat fits into lots of healthy eating plans. And there’s something satisfying about how it all comes together in under thirty minutes. This recipe captures the core of Italian cooking—simple, fresh, and bursting with flavor.

How to prepare Chicken Strips with Peppers

To prepare the chicken strips with peppers, first remove the stem, seeds, and internal filaments from the peppers 1, then cut them into slices and then into strips 2. In a pan, pour a drizzle of oil, add the unpeeled garlic and then the peppers 3. Cook for 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, cut the chicken breast into strips 4 and coat it in rice flour 5. Remove the garlic from the peppers 6.

Add the chicken (after removing excess flour) 7 and brown for 5 minutes. Then deglaze with white wine 8. Once all the alcohol has evaporated, add the tomato sauce 9 and cook on low heat for 10 minutes. If necessary, you can add water to extend the cooking time.

Season with salt and pepper 10 and plate the dish 11. Your chicken strips with peppers are ready to be served 12.

Storage

The chicken strips with peppers can be stored in the refrigerator, in a closed container, for up to 2-3 days.

Tip

For a tasty variant, you can add other ingredients such as black olives, capers, or a fresh chili for a spicy note. You can accompany the strips with basmati rice, roasted potatoes, couscous, or a simple green salad.

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Chicken Strips with Peppers

PRESENTATION

How to prepare Chicken Strips with Peppers

Storage

Tip

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