Description
Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet is a delightful weeknight dish that combines tender chicken with the zesty flavor of pepperoncini in a rich, creamy sauce. This quick and easy recipe will transform any meal into a comforting experience, perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. With vibrant colors and an explosion of flavors, it’s sure to impress even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced (jarred or fresh)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano and thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same pan, sauté minced garlic and sliced pepperoncini for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits, then stir in heavy cream and dried herbs until combined.
- Return chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce. Simmer for another 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot over rice or pasta, garnishing as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 125mg