Description
Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet: Your New Weeknight Favorite is a deliciously simple one-skillet meal that brings comfort and flavor to your dinner table in just 30 minutes. This dish features succulent chicken simmered in a creamy sauce infused with tangy pepperoncini, creating a delightful harmony of tastes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings, this recipe is not only quick but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Serve it over rice or pasta, and enjoy the rich flavors and minimal cleanup—making it a go-to meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup sliced pepperoncini
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves fresh minced garlic
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients: slice the pepperoncini and mince the garlic.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side).
- Remove chicken from the skillet; sauté garlic and pepperoncini in the same pan for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth and heavy cream to the skillet, stirring to combine.
- Return chicken to the skillet; let it simmer in the sauce for about 10 minutes, adjusting seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot over rice or pasta, garnished with extra pepperoncini if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (200g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg