Description
Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring tender seared chicken breasts simmered in a rich, tangy sauce made with pepperoncini peppers, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. This skillet meal combines bold flavors and creamy textures, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chopped pepperoncini peppers
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides, ensuring even coverage for balanced flavor.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: In the same skillet, pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and add the chopped pepperoncini peppers. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Mix thoroughly and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer the sauce: Allow the sauce to simmer for about 5 minutes to reduce slightly and thicken.
- Add cheese and butter: Lower the heat to low and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and butter until completely melted and incorporated into the sauce for a smooth, creamy texture.
- Combine chicken and sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the creamy sauce over them, coating each piece.
- Final simmer: Let everything simmer together for another 3-4 minutes so the chicken absorbs the flavors of the pepperoncini cream sauce.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the finished dish before serving for a fresh, vibrant touch.
Notes
- Use gloves or handle pepperoncini peppers carefully to avoid skin irritation.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a dairy alternative.
- Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Make sure not to overcook the chicken to keep it juicy and tender.
