Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet Recipe for an Easy Dinner
This creamy pepperoncini chicken skillet recipe is a quick and flavorful dinner option that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
- Add the sliced pepperoncini and heavy cream to the skillet.
- Simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot over rice or pasta.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in pepperoncini juice before cooking.
- This dish pairs well with a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg