Description
Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet is a comforting, one-pan dish that elevates weeknight meals with its tender chicken and rich, zesty sauce. Infused with pepperoncini peppers, this creamy delight not only satisfies your cravings but also impresses guests with minimal effort. Serve it over rice or pasta to soak up every delicious drop of sauce. Perfect for busy nights or special occasions, this recipe combines simplicity with extraordinary flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced (pickled or fresh)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; sear for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove chicken and sauté minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth while scraping the pan bottom for flavor. Let simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in sliced pepperoncini peppers, then return chicken to the skillet. Cook on low for an additional 2 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve directly from the skillet or plate individually, drizzling extra sauce over the top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 150mg