Creamy Chicken with Spinach and Peppers
Quick and easy chicken recipe, is a delicious 30-minute meal for busy weekdays. Succulent chicken breast paired with spinach and bell peppers and a creamy tomato sauce. Perfect for a quick lunch, snack, or cosy family dinner. Simple ingredients you can easily find at your nearby store.
I always find myself using the ingredients I have in my cupboard, especially before heading out for food shopping. I aim to utilize all the food I have to minimize food waste. It’s amazing how many interesting recipes come out of this process.
I especially enjoy quick and easy recipes that can be paired differently each time. This chicken stew pairs wonderfully with steamed rice, Turkish bulgur, pasta, mashed or baked potatoes, a slice of freshly baked bread, or on its own with a piece of homemade tortilla.
This chicken dish is ideal for a fast meal on busy days. Whether served as a main course or a snack, it’s bound to leave everyone wanting more. You should also try our Lemon Chicken, Easy 15-minute Udon Noodles, Turkey Mince Noodles, or Gnocchi made easy with Pesto and Zucchini for a quick delicious lunch or dinner.
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Why you’ll love this recipe
This recipe for chicken with spinach, bell peppers, and tomato sauce is a hit because it‘s quick, easy, and uses basic ingredients. Chicken is always a family favourite, and here it’s made even tastier with spinach and bell peppers.
It’s a simple dish that’s perfect for busy nights, and you can pair it with any side dish you like. Since it’s homemade, you know exactly what goes into it, making it a healthier choice. Kids love it too, and it’s low in calories, so it’s a win-win for everyone at the table.
A make-ahead-friendly recipe, that you can prepare in advance, store it, and reheat it when needed, making it a great option for meal prepping.
Ingredients to make this recipe
- Diced chicken or turkey breast: It’s the main ingredient.
- Bell peppers: I have used three different colours: red, and yellow.
- Tomatoes: Forms the base of the tomato sauce, I used one can of diced tomatoes.
- Spinach: fresh or frozen is as good.
- Garlic: crushed garlic is always better than garlic powder.
- Olive oil: Serves as the cooking fat.
- Salt and pepper: To taste.
- Paprika: Adds depth to the dish.
Substitutions
- Protein: Swap chicken or turkey breast for tofu, seitan, tempeh, beans, or lentils.
- Peppers: Use any colour of bell peppers or poblano peppers.
- Tomatoes: Replace canned tomatoes with fresh diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, or passata.
- Spinach: Substitute spinach with fresh or frozen kale, or Swiss chard.
- Garlic: Use garlic powder or garlic paste if fresh garlic is unavailable.
- Olive Oil: Any cooking oil like vegetable oil or coconut oil can replace olive oil.
- Seasonings: Adjust salt, pepper, and paprika according to taste or use alternative herbs and spices like Italian seasoning or chilli powder.
Variations
This recipe is incredibly easy to change up, allowing for effortless adaptations and simple variations. You can easily choose your preferred option or stick to the original recipe for the first try to get a taste, then explore other combinations later.
Make the sauce more creamy: Add cream or coconut milk to the tomato sauce.
Add a spicy kick: Sprinkle red pepper flakes or add diced jalapeños.
More herbs: Mix in fresh herbs like parsley for added freshness, or make it Italian-style by adding basil, oregano, and thyme to the tomato sauce.
Mediterranean style: Toss in olives, capers, and artichoke hearts.
Make it vegetarian: Replace chicken with extra veggies like mushrooms, zucchini, tofu or tempeh cutlets for a meatless option. Sautéing a mix of mushrooms like cremini, shiitake, and oyster mushrooms along with the spinach will pair beautifully with the tomato sauce.
Pasta Primavera: Add cooked pasta to the spinach and bell pepper chicken for a one-pot meal. Blanched vegetables like broccoli or peas will add extra nutrition.
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How to make this recipe
Ready to cook something delicious? Give our Creamy Spinach and Pepper Chicken a try! This quick and simple recipe is packed with tasty ingredients that will leave your taste buds wanting more.
Please take a peek at our handy guide complete with step-by-step photos.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil, diced chicken (or turkey), and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook covered for about 10 minutes until tender.
Add chopped garlic and peppers to the pan. Cook for 5 minutes until peppers soften, then add the tomato sauce and let simmer for 5 minutes to thicken.
Bring in fresh spinach to the skillet. If using frozen spinach, make sure it’s thawed. Stir it into the sauce, cover, and cook for about 3 minutes until the spinach wilts and blends with the sauce.
A full list of ingredients and instructions can be found in the recipe card below.
Side dishes
Serve Spinach and Peppers Chicken with steamed rice, Turkish bulgur, pasta, mashed or baked potatoes. Freshly baked bread is great for dipping in the tasty sauce. If you prefer something lighter, go for quinoa, cauliflower rice or polenta.
Storage and Leftovers
Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2-3 months. To reheat, thaw overnight and warm on the stove or in the microwave. Before serving, you can sprinkle Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs. Make sure leftovers are heated to 165°F (74°C) to be safe.
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Tomato Chicken with spinach and bell peppers
Equipment
- Skillet or Pan
- Tongs or a Spatula
- Knife and Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 500 g chicken or turkey breast diced
- 3 peppers different colors, cut longitudinally
- 1 can of tomatoes blended
- 80 g fresh spinach or frozen spinach
- 4 garlic cloves chopped
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Paprika for added flavor
Instructions
- First, heat a large and deep skillet over medium heat. Add a tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Then, add diced chicken or turkey to the skillet, along with seasonings such as salt, pepper, and paprika. Allow the chicken to cook for approximately 10 minutes with the lid on, ensuring it becomes tender.
- Once the chicken is cooked, add chopped garlic and peppers that have been cut lengthwise to the skillet. Let the peppers soften and become slightly tender, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
- Next, pour tomato sauce into the skillet to create a base for the sauce. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Finally, add fresh spinach to the skillet. If you’re using frozen spinach, make sure it is properly thawed before adding it to the skillet. Stir the spinach into the sauce and cover the skillet with the lid. Let it cook for approximately 3 minutes, allowing the spinach to wilt and incorporate its earthy essence into the dish.
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Such a beautiful recipe. And so thoughtful of you to mention the variations. Will make a plant based version of this soon.
Oh my, this dish looks amazingly delicious and very yummy! The creamy sauce makes it so enticing and very tempting! Totally love it!
Creamy spinach and pepper chicken looks delicious perfect treat.
Love this recipe! Such a delicious and easy dinner!
Such a yummy dinner idea! Thanks for the recipe!
This creamy spinach and pepper chicken dish is so delish! Thank you.:)
This dish looks absolutely delicious! The creamy sauce makes it so enticing and tempting! Loved it!
Such a great recipe!
Easy and delicious! My family said it was a 5 star dinner!!
The vegetable complements the turkey perfectly. I used hot Hungarian paprika and it added nice bit of heat.
Wonderful recipe, savory and rich in flavor
This recipe was wonderful. My whole family agreed that we are making it again.