Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet Recipe – Quick & Easy
Experience the bliss of a delightful meal with our Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet Recipe – Quick & Easy! This dish is a perfect combination of tender chicken, tangy pepperoncini peppers, and a rich creamy Parmesan sauce, all cooked in one skillet for effortless cleanup. It’s versatile enough to serve over rice, pasta, or alongside your favorite vegetables, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or meal prepping. In just 30 minutes, you can create a comforting dinner that your family will adore, complete with savory flavors that will keep everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into strips
- ½ cup chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced
- 1 white onion, diced
- 2 tbsp garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken strips with salt and pepper.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the chicken on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté onion and garlic in the same skillet until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken stock and add roasted red peppers; let reduce by half.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Add Italian seasoning and pepperoncini; return chicken to the pan and simmer until cooked through.
- Serve hot over rice, pasta, or vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 130mg