Oven-Baked Cajun Chicken & Peppers with Rich Brown Gravy

This is one of those comforting, soul-hugging meals that smells like home while it’s cooking. Tender Cajun-seasoned chicken, slow-baked over sweet bell peppers, all smothered in a rich, savory gravy—simple ingredients, BIG flavor.

Perfect for Sunday dinner, meal prep, or when you want something hearty without doing the most.

Ingredients

• Chicken (any cut you like)

• Cajun seasoning

• Thyme

• Garlic powder

• Onion powder

• 1 tablespoon butter

• Garlic paste

• 1 onion, sliced

• Chicken broth

• 1 brown gravy packet

• Green bell peppers, sliced lengthwise

Instructions

1. Season & Brown the Chicken

Season chicken generously with:

• Cajun seasoning

• Thyme

• Garlic powder

• Onion powder

Heat a skillet over medium heat and brown the chicken on both sides until fully cooked. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.

2. Build the Gravy

In the same skillet:

• Add 1 tablespoon butter (not a stick—just a tablespoon )

• Add sliced onions and garlic paste

• Stir and sauté for about 5 minutes, until fragrant and softened

Pour in chicken broth and sprinkle in the brown gravy packet. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens into a smooth, rich gravy.

3. Assemble

Slice green bell peppers lengthwise and place them in a baking dish.

Lay the cooked chicken on top of the peppers, then pour the gravy evenly over everything.

4. Bake Low & Slow

Cover the baking dish and bake at 350°F for 1 hour.

Let it rest for a few minutes before serving so all the flavors settle in.

Serving Ideas

• Over white rice

• With mashed potatoes

• Alongside cornbread

• Or just by itself (it’s that good)

Why You’ll Love This Dish

Cozy

Full of flavor

Minimal prep

Family-friendly

Even better the next day

This is the kind of recipe that turns into a regular rotation without even trying.

This was the finished project IT WAS SO GOOD !