Best 6 Spicy Skillet Chicken Recipes

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Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with our Spicy Skillet Chicken, a culinary masterpiece that combines the vibrancy of chili peppers with the succulent tenderness of chicken. This delectable entree offers a symphony of bold flavors, guaranteed to leave a lasting impression on your palate.

Within this article, you'll find a treasure trove of variations, each unlocking unique flavor dimensions. Dive into the classic Spicy Skillet Chicken recipe, where juicy chicken breasts are seared to perfection and enveloped in a spicy yet addictive sauce. If you seek a touch of smokiness, the Chipotle Chicken Skillet is calling your name. Chipotle peppers infuse a rich, smoky heat into the dish, transforming it into a smoky sensation.

For those craving a creamy twist, the Creamy Cajun Chicken Skillet is an absolute must-try. A velvety Cajun sauce, bursting with bold spices and a hint of creaminess, smothers the tender chicken, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. And if you're a fan of tangy and zesty delights, the Lemon Pepper Chicken Skillet is sure to captivate you. A vibrant lemon pepper sauce dances on your tongue, leaving a refreshing and tangy trail.

No matter your spice preference, our Spicy Skillet Chicken recipes are meticulously crafted to cater to every palate. Embark on this culinary journey, and discover a world of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPICY SKILLET CHICKEN



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Need a 30-minute dinner with tasty chicken breasts? Grab a skillet, some sassy salsa and a few extras.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 to 2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 lb)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (11 oz) whole kernel corn with red and green peppers, undrained
1/3 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
2 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In small bowl, mix chili powder, salt and pepper; sprinkle evenly over both sides of chicken breasts.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F).
  • Stir in beans, corn and salsa. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes or until vegetables are hot. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Carbohydrate 63 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 11 g, Protein 43 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1070 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

SPICY CHICKEN AND SPAGHETTI SQUASH SKILLET



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This spicy sauce, which makes good use of leftover chicken or turkey, is also great on true pastas, as well as the spaghetti squash suggested here. For a vegetarian version, simply eliminate the meat, or if you want a substitute, use extra firm tofu.

Provided by Johnney

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 small spaghetti squash, cooked by your favorite method and separated into strands (See How to Cook Spaghetti Squash)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup minced onion
3 -4 cloves garlic, minced
2 green onions, finely chopped
12 ounces cooked chicken or 12 ounces cooked turkey
2 cups canned crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup dry red wine
2 teaspoons capers
2 1/2 teaspoons fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
3 tablespoons Italian parsley, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium high heat, sauté onion, garlic and green onions for 2 minutes.
  • Add the chicken or turkey and cook for about 3-4 minutes.
  • Stir in tomatoes and wine and bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for about 20 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  • Pour sauce over heated spaghetti squash and serve.

WEIGHT WATCHERS SPICY CHICKEN SKILLET



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Make and share this Weight Watchers Spicy Chicken Skillet recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Budgiegirl

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1/2 green pepper, seeded and chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/3 cup long grain brown rice
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1/2 cup water
1 cup cooked chicken, cubed
4 pimento stuffed olives, halved

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium high heat.
  • Add onion, green pepper, and garlic, stirring frequently until soft. about 8 minutes.
  • Add Cajun seasoning, chili powder and cumin. Cook 1 minute.
  • Add rice and stir constantly until grains are coated, about 1 minute.
  • Add tomatoes and water; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 15 minutes.
  • Add chicken and olives; cook covered, until rice is tender and chicken is heated, about 5 more minutes.

CRISPY SKILLET-FRIED CHICKEN WITH A SPICY HONEY DRIZZLE



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Number Of Ingredients 13

4 chicken breasts
1 teaspoon black pepper
3 cups buttermilk
2 cups peanut oil
1 3/4 cups flour
1/2 cup rice flour
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 plus 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon celery salt
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon rosemary

Steps:

  • First, marinate the chicken: Place the chicken pieces on a baking sheet. Season on both sides with salt and black pepper. Pour the buttermilk into a large mixing bowl. Add the chicken, cover the bowl, and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 hours, turning occasionally.
  • Before frying, pour enough peanut oil to reach a depth of 1-inch in a heavy large skillet, preferably cast-iron. Heat the oil to 350 to 365 degrees on a deep-frying thermometer.
  • In a large sealable plastic bag, combine the flour, rice flour, white pepper, cayenne, paprika, garlic powder and celery salt. Close the bag and shake to blend. Remove 2 pieces of chicken from the buttermilk, place them in the bag, close the bag, and shake to coat them evenly. Transfer to a baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining pieces.
  • Carefully add the chicken, skin side down, to the hot oil in the skillet. Fry until deep brown and cooked through, 5 to 8 minutes per side depending on size, adjusting the heat to maintain the frying temperature; add the rosemary sprig to the oil, if you like. (A chicken piece will be cooked through if, after removing it from the oil, it registers 165 degrees on an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat not touching bone.) Using tongs, transfer the cooked chicken to a rack.
  • Arrange the cooked chicken pieces on a napkin-lined platter. Place the lemon wedges around the chicken. In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the honey. Stir in the extra cayenne to taste. Drizzle the honey over the chicken. Serve immediately.

HOT SPICY SKILLET CHICKEN



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Make and share this Hot Spicy Skillet Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 -2 teaspoon dried chipotle powder or 1 -2 teaspoon dried ancho chile powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (small about 4 oz each)
1 tablespoon oil
15 ounces black beans, drained
11 ounces Mexican-style corn, undrained
1/3 cup salsa (the hotter the better)
2 cups hot cooked rice (white, brown or mexican)
cheese, cheddar, monterey jack, etc. (optional)
chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • In a small bowl combine chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle evenly over chicken breasts.
  • In skillet heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until juices run clear.
  • Stir in beans, corn, and salsa. Heat to boiling. Cover and simmer 5 minutes or until heated through and thickened.
  • Serve over rice. Top with cheese, if desired, and garnish with cilantro.

SPICY SKILLET CHICKEN



Spicy Skillet Chicken image

Need a 30-minute dinner with tasty chicken breasts? Grab a skillet, some sassy salsa and a few extras.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 to 2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 lb)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (11 oz) whole kernel corn with red and green peppers, undrained
1/3 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
2 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In small bowl, mix chili powder, salt and pepper; sprinkle evenly over both sides of chicken breasts.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F).
  • Stir in beans, corn and salsa. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes or until vegetables are hot. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Carbohydrate 63 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 11 g, Protein 43 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1070 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling.
  • Use a large skillet: A large skillet will give you plenty of room to cook the chicken and vegetables without overcrowding them.
  • Season the chicken generously: Don't be afraid to season the chicken liberally with salt and pepper. This will help to enhance the flavor of the dish.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat: Cooking the chicken over medium heat will help to prevent it from drying out.
  • Stir the chicken and vegetables frequently: Stirring the chicken and vegetables frequently will help to prevent them from sticking to the skillet and will also help to evenly distribute the heat.
  • Add the sauce at the end: Adding the sauce at the end of the cooking process will help to prevent it from burning.
  • Serve immediately: This dish is best served immediately, while the chicken is still hot and juicy.

Conclusion:

This spicy skillet chicken is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor. The chicken is juicy and tender, the vegetables are crisp and colorful, and the sauce is spicy and flavorful. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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