Description
Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet is a quick and satisfying one-pan meal that brings together tender chicken, tangy pepperoncini peppers, and a creamy sauce for an explosion of flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish requires just 15 minutes of prep time and minimal cleanup. Serve it over pasta or rice for a heartier option, or enjoy it on its own for a lighter meal. With its delightful taste and versatility, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (16 oz) jar pepperoncini peppers
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes to taste
Instructions
- 1. Pat chicken cubes dry, season with salt and pepper.
- 2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- 3. In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion for 5 minutes; add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- 4. Pour in reserved pepperoncini juice; add chopped peppers, broth, seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir well.
- 5. Simmer for about 5 minutes; then add heavy cream and let thicken.
- 6. Return chicken to skillet; stir to coat with sauce.
- 7. Serve hot over pasta or rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 120mg