Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet Recipe
This Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet is a flavorful and comforting dish featuring tender chicken strips cooked in a rich, cheesy cream sauce infused with the tangy zest of pepperoncini peppers and Italian seasoning. Perfectly balanced and easy to prepare, it’s a delightful one-pan meal great for serving over rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 lbs chicken, cut into thin strips
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp ground pepper
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 white onion, diced
- 2 tbsp garlic, diced
- ½ cup roasted red pepper, drained and sliced
- ½ cup pepperoncini peppers, drained (sliced, rings, or whole)
Liquids and Dairy
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ cup chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
Seasonings
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Cut the chicken into thin strips and season evenly with sea salt and ground pepper to enhance flavor.
- Cook Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt the butter. Add the chicken strips and cook until they are browned on all sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to keep warm.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the diced onions and garlic. Sauté until the onions turn golden and fragrant, which usually takes about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Peppers and Stock: Pour in the chicken stock and the roasted red peppers. Allow the liquid to reduce by half, which intensifies the flavors and thickens the base.
- Create Sauce: Turn off the heat and gradually stir in the heavy cream and shredded Parmesan cheese, whisking continuously until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Season and Combine: Return the skillet to medium heat. Add the Italian seasoning and pepperoncini peppers. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
- Simmer Chicken: Place the browned chicken back into the skillet. Simmer the mixture until the chicken is fully cooked through and the sauce thickens to a luscious creamy consistency, about 5-7 minutes.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately over rice, pasta, or your favorite vegetables. Enjoy this flavorful and comforting dish!
Notes
- Use fresh chicken strips for best texture, but frozen can be used if fully thawed.
- Adjust the amount of pepperoncini according to your preferred spice and tang level.
- For a lower-fat version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half and reduce butter to 1 tbsp.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dish pairs well with steamed green vegetables or a simple mixed green salad.
Keywords: Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken, Skillet Chicken Recipe, Easy Chicken Dinner, One-Pan Chicken Dish, Creamy Chicken with Peppers
