Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet Recipe – Quick & Easy
Indulge in the Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet, a simple yet flavorful dish that brings comfort to your dinner table in just 30 minutes. This quick recipe features tender chicken strips simmered in a rich creamy sauce with tangy pepperoncini and roasted red peppers, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Whether served over rice, pasta, or enjoyed straight from the skillet, this dish is sure to become a go-to favorite. With easy-to-find ingredients and versatile options for customization, you can create a delightful meal that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 lbs chicken, cut into thin strips
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp ground pepper
- 1 white onion, diced
- 2 tbsp garlic, diced
- ½ cup chicken stock (or vegetable broth)
- ½ cup roasted red pepper, drained and sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream)
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, shredded
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup pepperoncini peppers, drained
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add chicken strips seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until browned on all sides.
- Add diced onions to the skillet and sauté until translucent. Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in chicken stock and add roasted red peppers along with Italian seasoning; stir to combine.
- Lower the heat and mix in heavy cream (or coconut cream); let it simmer until sauce thickens.
- Gently fold in the pepperoncini peppers and warm through.
- Serve over rice or pasta, garnished with extra parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg