Description
Flavorful Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet with tender chicken, tangy pepperoncini peppers, and a creamy sauce. Quick, easy, and perfect served over pasta or rice for a satisfying weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 (16 oz) jar pepperoncini peppers, drained (reserve 1/4 cup juice) and roughly chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (or more, to taste)
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
- Optional: cooked pasta or rice for serving
Instructions
- Pat chicken cubes dry and season generously with salt and pepper. Chop onion and mince garlic. Drain pepperoncini peppers, reserving 1/4 cup juice, and roughly chop peppers.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in a single layer for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through (165°F/74°C). Remove chicken and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium, add onion, and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add reserved pepperoncini juice, scrape skillet bottom, then stir in chopped peppers, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Simmer 5 minutes.
- Add heavy cream, stir well, reduce heat to low, and simmer 5 more minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Return cooked chicken to skillet and stir to coat in sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot over cooked pasta or rice.
Notes
- Adjust red pepper flakes for spice level.
- Optional: add grated Parmesan or mozzarella cheese for extra creaminess.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or zucchini if desired.
- Make ahead: store in refrigerator up to 3 days; reheat gently.
- Slow cooker: cook all ingredients (except cream and parsley) 6-8 hours low or 3-4 hours high, stir in cream last 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American