Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet Recipe
Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring tender pan-seared chicken breasts simmered in a tangy, creamy sauce enriched with pepperoncini peppers, garlic, and onions. This one-pan meal combines a perfect balance of spice, creaminess, and zest, making it a perfect weeknight dinner option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Main Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to prepare for searing the chicken.
- Season and cook chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Add them to the hot skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté onions and garlic: In the same skillet, add thinly sliced onions and minced garlic. Cook until the onions become soft and translucent, roughly 3 minutes.
- Add pepperoncini peppers: Add the sliced pepperoncini peppers to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes to blend the flavors.
- Deglaze with broth: Pour chicken broth into the skillet, scraping the bottom to release any browned bits for extra flavor.
- Add cream and simmer: Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Return chicken and finish cooking: Place the chicken breasts back into the skillet and simmer until the chicken is fully cooked through and the sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the chicken before serving for a fresh, colorful touch.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add some red pepper flakes along with the pepperoncini.
- Use full-fat heavy cream for the richest, creamiest sauce.
- The dish pairs well with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
- Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety.
- If you prefer less tang, reduce the amount of pepperoncini or rinse them before slicing.
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