Description
Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet Recipe – Quick & Easy is the perfect dish for busy nights when you crave something flavorful yet easy to prepare. This one-pan wonder features tender chicken strips simmered in a rich and creamy sauce, enlivened by the tangy zest of pepperoncini peppers. In just 30 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables. Ideal for meal prep or cozy dinners at home, this dish not only delivers on taste but also makes cleanup a breeze. Enjoy a comforting and delicious dinner that your whole family will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken, cut into thin strips
- ½ cup chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 1 white onion, diced
- 2 tbsp garlic, diced
- ½ cup roasted red pepper, sliced
- ½ cup pepperoncini peppers
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cut chicken into thin strips and season with salt and pepper.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned; set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken stock and roasted red peppers; reduce by half.
- Turn off the heat and whisk in heavy cream and Parmesan until smooth.
- Stir in Italian seasoning and pepperoncini; return chicken to skillet.
- Simmer until chicken is fully cooked and sauce thickens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 140mg