Description
This Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet is a delicious and easy one-pan meal featuring tender chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection in a rich and tangy pepperoncini cream sauce. Perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner, this dish combines sharp pepperoncini peppers and juice with creamy Parmesan and garlic to create a comforting and satisfying entrée.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Cooking Fat
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
Sauce Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
- 1/4 cup pepperoncini juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Garnish (Optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and evenly season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to enhance flavor.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil and butter together in a large skillet over medium heat until melted and hot. Add the chicken breasts, cooking for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, or until they develop a golden-brown crust and are cooked through. Then remove the chicken and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring frequently just until fragrant but not burnt.
- Add Pepperoncini and Broth: Stir in the sliced pepperoncini peppers and their juice into the skillet, scraping the bottom of the pan to lift any browned bits for extra flavor. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Prepare Cream Sauce: Add the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning to the skillet. Stir continuously until the sauce is combined, smooth, and slightly thickened.
- Return Chicken and Simmer: Place the cooked chicken breasts back into the skillet and spoon the creamy pepperoncini sauce over each piece. Let everything simmer together for about 5 minutes to blend the flavors thoroughly.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish if desired and serve warm, enjoying a creamy, tangy delight.
Notes
- For richer flavor, sear chicken until a deep golden brown before removing from the pan.
- Chicken thighs can be used as a juicier alternative to chicken breasts.
- Adjust the quantity of pepperoncini peppers according to how tangy you prefer the dish.
