Description
Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet: Your New Weeknight Favorite is a mouthwatering one-pan dish that brings together tender chicken and the tangy zest of pepperoncini in a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe is quick to make and offers minimal cleanup. In just 30 minutes, you’ll have a satisfying meal that pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or your favorite vegetables. Whether you’re looking for comfort food or a flavorful dinner option, this creamy skillet dish is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup sliced pepperoncini (fresh or jarred)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 3 cloves fresh minced garlic
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until browned on both sides (5-7 minutes each). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add sliced pepperoncini and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream and cook until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer for another 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and serve hot over rice, pasta, or veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the dish (about 200g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 134mg