Oven-Free Dinners: Easy Meals Without The Heat

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No oven? No problem! With the right ingredients and a bit of culinary creativity, you can whip up a feast that’s both delicious and impressive. Today, we’re taking a global culinary adventure, fusing flavors from diverse cultures into a single, sensational dish.

Ingredients:

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

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    Preparation Process:

    1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken, Greek yogurt, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well and marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
    2. Prep the Vegetables: While the chicken marinates, prepare the vegetables. Slice the bell peppers and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
    3. Cook the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
    4. Sauté the Vegetables: Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pan and set aside. Add the bell peppers, red onion, and cherry tomatoes to the pan. Sauté until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
    5. Combine and Serve: Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the vegetables. Stir to combine. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

    Total Time: Approximately 45 minutes

    Serving Ideas:

    Mediterranean Feast: Serve with warm pita bread, hummus, and a side of tzatziki sauce.

  • Mexican Fiesta: Serve with corn tortillas, avocado, and a dollop of sour cream.
  • Indian Night: Serve with naan bread and a side of raita.

    • This dish is a testament to the power of culinary fusion. It brings together the rich flavors of the Mediterranean, the vibrant spices of India, and the bold tastes of Mexico. By combining these diverse influences, we’ve created a meal that is both familiar and exotic, satisfying and surprising. It’s a dish that celebrates the global culinary heritage and invites us to explore the endless possibilities of flavor.