Spicy Grilled Chicken with Sauteed Peppers & Asparagus
A bold, fiery, and protein-packed plate with char-grilled spicy chicken, sweet sauteed peppers, and tender asparagus. Perfect for lunch or dinner when you’re craving heat with fresh veggies.
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: ~25 minutes
Serves: 2
Ingredients
Spicy Grilled Chicken
2 chicken breasts
1½ tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp chili powder
½ tsp cayenne pepper
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Juice of ½ lemon
Sauteed Veggies
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & black pepper
Instructions
1️⃣ Marinate the Chicken
Mix olive oil, paprika, chili powder, cayenne, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
Coat chicken well and rest 10 minutes (or up to 1 hour for deeper flavor).
2️⃣ Grill the Chicken
Heat grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.
Grill chicken 5–6 minutes per side until nicely charred and cooked through.
Rest 5 minutes, then slice.
3️⃣ Saute the Veggies
Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Add peppers and asparagus; sauté 5–7 minutes until tender-crisp and lightly caramelized.
Season with salt and pepper.
4️⃣ Serve
Plate sliced chicken with sautéed peppers and asparagus.
Finish with extra lemon juice if desired.
Why You’ll Love It
High-protein & low-carb
Smoky heat balanced by sweet peppers
Simple, clean ingredients
Great for meal prep
Tips & Variations
Less spicy: Skip cayenne, use only smoked paprika
Extra smoky: Add a pinch of cumin
Sauce idea: Serve with cooling garlic yogurt or tzatziki
Oven option: Roast chicken at 200°C / 400°F for 18–20 min
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~380 kcal
Protein: ~36 g
Carbs: ~14 g
Healthy fats: ~20 g