20 Minute Chicken Creole Recipe

Craving a flavorful, healthy, and FAST Southern meal? This 20-Minute Spicy Chicken Creole delivers! Made with juicy chicken simmered in a vibrant, low-sodium tomato sauce bursting with fresh herbs and a touch of spice, this recipe is surprisingly healthy, boasting 33g of protein and minimal added fat. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it's ready in just 20 minutes! Serve over rice or pasta for a complete and satisfying meal. Get ready for a taste of the South without the guilt!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 234.7 kcal
Protein 60g
Rating 3.5 (2 Reviews)
20 Minute Chicken Creole

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for 20 Minute Chicken Creole

  • Nonstick Cooking Spray
  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves
  • Diced Tomatoes
  • Low Sodium Chili Sauce
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 medium onion, chopped
  • Garlic Cloves
  • Fresh Basil
  • Fresh Parsley
  • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

How to Make 20 Minute Chicken Creole

  1. Spray a large deep skillet with nonstick cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-5 minutes, or until no longer pink.
  3. Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, until softened.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, and salt.
  5. Add the crushed tomatoes and low-sodium chili sauce. Bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to low, stir in the basil and parsley, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly and the flavors have melded.
  7. Serve the chicken creole immediately over hot cooked rice or whole wheat pasta.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

59 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

2g

Carbs

7g