Description
This Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet features tender chicken strips cooked in a rich, savory sauce made with heavy cream, parmesan cheese, and tangy pepperoncini peppers. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal, it combines bold flavors and creamy texture served over vegetables, pasta, or rice.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 lbs chicken, cut into thin strips
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp ground pepper
Sauce and Vegetables
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 white onion, diced
- 2 tbsp garlic, diced
- ½ cup chicken stock
- ½ cup roasted red pepper, drained and sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, shredded
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup pepperoncini peppers, drained
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Brown Chicken: In a large, heavy pan, melt butter over medium high heat. Season the chicken strips with salt and pepper, then add to the pan. Brown the chicken on all sides, turning every couple of minutes, for about 8 minutes total.
- Remove Chicken and Sauté Aromatics: Remove the chicken from the pan, noting it might not be fully cooked. Add the diced garlic and onion to the pan and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add Stock and Red Peppers: Pour in the chicken stock and add the roasted red peppers. Allow the mixture to reduce by half, which will take about 5 minutes.
- Create Cream Sauce: Turn the heat off and slowly whisk in the heavy cream and shredded parmesan cheese, stirring vigorously as you add the cream to combine smoothly.
- Reheat and Combine: Bring the heat back to medium high, add Italian seasoning, pepperoncini peppers, and return the chicken strips to the pan.
- Simmer and Finish Cooking: Let the sauce reduce by half again while bringing the chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F. Add more chicken stock if the sauce becomes too thick during cooking.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the creamy pepperoncini chicken over vegetables, pasta, rice, or enjoy on its own.
Notes
- Use fresh or jarred pepperoncini according to preference; sliced or whole works well.
- Add more chicken stock if you prefer a thinner sauce consistency.
- Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
- This dish pairs well with pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Parmesan cheese adds depth to the sauce; do not substitute with pre-grated cheese for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 760 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg
