Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet Recipe

Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where comforting classics get a fresh twist. Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet features seared chicken tenders in tangy pepperoncini cream sauce with roasted red peppers and parmesan depth. This one-pan wonder serves 4 in 30 minutes perfect weeknight comfort.

Why This Recipe Works

Pepperoncini brine cuts through rich cream creating addictive tangy balance. Browning chicken builds fond flavor foundation. Parmesan melts silky thickening sauce naturally. Roasted red peppers add sweet smoke contrasting pickle heat. Italian herbs tie Mediterranean flavors together.

Ingredients & Prep

2 lbs chicken tenders or breasts sliced thin, 2 tbsp butter, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp pepper, 1 onion diced, 4 garlic cloves minced, ½ cup roasted red peppers drained sliced, ½ cup chicken stock, 1 cup heavy cream, ½ cup parmesan grated, ½ cup pepperoncini sliced with brine, 1 tbsp Italian seasoning.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Season chicken salt pepper. Melt butter large skillet medium-high. Brown chicken 6-8 minutes golden remove. Add onion cook 5 minutes soft. Stir garlic red peppers 2 minutes fragrant. Deglaze chicken stock scraping bits. Reduce half 5 minutes. Off heat whisk cream parmesan smooth. Return heat medium stir pepperoncini Italian seasoning chicken. Simmer 5 minutes sauce thickens chicken 165°F.

Flavor Variations

Storage Tips

Refrigerate airtight 4 days. Reheat gentle low sauce doesn’t break. Freeze 2 months excellent meal prep.

FAQs

Sauce separate? Whisk off heat first low simmer. Chicken tough? Slice thin don’t overcook. Too tangy? Rinse pepperoncini reduce brine.

Conclusion

Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet transforms jarred peppers into gourmet glory one pan tangy creamy perfection.

Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet Recipe

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Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet delivers tangy Italian heat in one-pan comfort. Juicy chicken thighs simmer in garlicky cream sauce spiked with briny pepperoncinis. Perfect weeknight winner for Pinterest skillet dinners and 30-minute meal boards.

• Author: ssam
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Category: Main Dish
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Italian-American
• Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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• Chicken Skillet:
• 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs (cut bite-size)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
• 4 garlic cloves (minced)
• ½ cup roasted red peppers (drained, sliced)
• 1 cup pepperoncini peppers (sliced, ¼ cup brine reserved)
• 1½ tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
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• Creamy Sauce:
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
• Fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

• 1. Pat chicken dry. Season salt, pepper, Italian seasoning.
• 2. Heat oil + butter in large skillet over medium-high. Brown chicken 5-6 mins until golden. Remove to plate.
• 3. Lower heat medium. Sauté onion 4 mins until soft. Add garlic 1 min fragrant.
• 4. Add roasted peppers, pepperoncinis + brine. Deglaze with chicken broth, scraping browned bits.
• 5. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan. Simmer 3 mins thickening.
• 6. Whisk cornstarch slurry. Stir rapidly until glossy sauce.
• 7. Return chicken. Simmer 5-7 mins until 165°F internal and sauce clings.
• 8. Garnish parsley. Serve over rice, pasta, or crusty bread.

Notes

• Chicken thighs = juicy results. Breasts work but dry faster.
• Reserve pepperoncini brine = tangy flavor bomb.
• Don’t skip Parmesan rind if you have it – melt-in magic.
• Cornstarch slurry = glossy restaurant sauce.
• Make ahead: perfect! Reheats beautifully with splash cream.
• Leftovers = lunch bowl superstar over greens.
• Spice level: add chili flakes or Calabrian peppers.
• Low carb: cauliflower rice/zucchini noodles perfect.
• Freezes 3 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.
• Serves 4-6 generously. Family table champion.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cup
• Calories: 465
• Sugar: 3g
• Sodium: 1420mg
• Fat: 32g
• Saturated Fat: 15g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 8g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 38g
• Cholesterol: 195mg

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