Zesty Chicken Scarpariello
Discover the vibrant flavors of Zesty Chicken Scarpariello! This easy recipe combines juicy chicken, colorful peppers, and zesty lemon. 🍋🍗
Equipment
- 1 Large Skillet For sautéing the chicken and vegetables.
Ingredients
Protein
- 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Tender and juicy, the star of the dish.
Fats
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil High-quality for sautéing.
Aromatics
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes For heat.
Vegetables
- 1 piece Red Bell Pepper Sliced.
- 1 piece Green Bell Pepper Sliced.
Liquids
- 1 cup Chicken Broth Good quality for richness.
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
Herbs
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish.
Seasoning
- to taste Salt and Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement.
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from chicken thighs and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the chicken, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and stir for 30 seconds.
- Add sliced bell peppers and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up browned bits from the skillet.
- Return chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Remove the lid, add chopped parsley, and stir gently to combine.
- Plate the chicken and vegetables, spooning sauce over the top. Serve hot.