Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet
Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet is a delightful one-pan dish that combines tender chicken breasts with zesty pepperoncini and a rich, creamy sauce. This comforting meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, delivering a burst of flavor with every bite. Quick to prepare and visually appealing, it pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or crusty bread, making it a go-to recipe that will impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup sliced fresh pepperoncini peppers
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil and oregano)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by slicing the pepperoncini peppers.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear in the skillet until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes per side).
- Remove chicken from the skillet. In the same pan, add heavy cream and chicken broth, scraping up browned bits for flavor.
- Stir in sliced pepperoncini, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried herbs. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes until heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate chicken in pepperoncini juice overnight. Swap chicken for turkey or add spinach for added nutrition. To make it dairy-free, use coconut cream and dairy-free cheese alternatives.