Delicious Mediterranean Chicken and Pepper Casserole

This Mediterranean Chicken and Pepper Casserole is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines the aromatic flavors of the Mediterranean with tender chicken, bell peppers, and tomatoes. It's an easy-to-make casserole that will impress your family and guests. Serve it with some crusty bread or over a bed of couscous for a complete meal.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives
• 1/4 cup capers
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large oven-safe skillet or casserole dish, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 4 minutes per side, or until browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers and onion. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are slightly softened.
5. Add the minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the vegetables in the spices.
6. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and pour the diced tomatoes over the chicken and vegetables. Stir to combine everything.
7. Cover the skillet or casserole dish with foil and transfer it to the preheated oven.
8. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the flavors have melded together.
9. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley.
10. Serve the Mediterranean Chicken and Pepper Casserole hot with crusty bread or over a bed of couscous.

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