Description
A delicious one-skillet chicken and shrimp recipe packed with bold American flavors. Perfect for any season and quick enough for a weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks
– 1/2 lb (225g) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1/2 tsp black pepper
– 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
– 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 3 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 tbsp lemon juice
– 1 tsp Dijon mustard
– 1 tbsp butter
– 1 small red onion, sliced
– 1 red bell pepper, sliced
– 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
– 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1/4 cup chicken broth (or dry white wine)
– 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
– 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
– Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Add chicken and shrimp, season with salt, pepper, paprika, and cayenne. Toss well and marinate for 10–15 minutes.
2. Heat a skillet on medium-high, add a little olive oil, and sear chicken for 5–7 minutes until golden. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onion, peppers, and cherry tomatoes for 3–4 minutes.
4. Add shrimp and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
5. Deglaze the pan with chicken broth or wine, then return the chicken to the skillet. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and simmer 2–3 minutes.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
For a creamy twist, add 1/4 cup of heavy cream and 2 tbsp Parmesan at the end. Great with pasta or rice!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 28g
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