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Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet

Delicious Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet in One Pan for Quick Dinners

A quick and tasty Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Swap for chicken thighs for more flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Pepperoncini peppers Use milder peppers for less heat.
  • 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth Vegetable broth is an alternative.
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Try coconut cream or Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning Substitute with oregano, basil, and thyme.
  • 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Adjust for desired heat.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 whole Yellow onion Shallots can add a sweeter note.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced garlic is best.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil Swap for vegetable or avocado oil if desired.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to personal preference.
  • to taste Black pepper Adjust according to personal preference.
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley Substitute with basil or cilantro.
Optional Serving Base
  • 2 cups Cooked pasta or rice Choose your favorite grain.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet
  1. Pat the boneless, skinless chicken breasts dry and season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté chopped yellow onion for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  4. Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in pepperoncini juice and add chopped pepperoncini, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
  6. Lower heat and stir in heavy cream. Return the chicken and simmer for another 5 minutes until sauce thickens.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with parsley and serve over cooked pasta or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat by thawing and warming in a skillet.

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