Chicken With Eggplant-Pepper Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken With Eggplant-Pepper Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium eggplant (about 1/2 pound); 2 medium red bell peppers (about 1 pound); 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper, divided; 4 (4-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves; 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided; 1 teaspoon paprika; 4 teaspoons lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 medium eggplant (about 1/2 pound)
2 medium red bell peppers (about 1 pound)
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper, divided
4 (4-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon paprika
4 teaspoons lemon juice

1
Slice eggplant in half lengthwise, and pierce skin with a fork. Cut tops off bell peppers; discard tops, seeds, and membranes. Place eggplant and bell peppers on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on high for 8 minutes or until tender.
2
While the eggplant cooks, combine 1/4 teaspoon salt, ginger, garlic powder, and 1/8 teaspoon red pepper; sprinkle the chicken with the ginger mixture. Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, and cook for 6 minutes on each side or until chicken is done.
3
Combine eggplant and bell peppers in a blender or food processor. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon red pepper, 1 teaspoon oil, paprika, and juice; process until smooth. Serve chicken with sauce.

210

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium eggplant (about 1/2 pound), 2 medium red bell peppers (about 1 pound), 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided, 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger, and more.

Yes, Chicken With Eggplant-Pepper Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken With Eggplant-Pepper Sauce

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