Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet: Easy One-Pan Delight!
This Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet is a delightful blend of tender chicken, zesty pepperoncini peppers, and a luscious creamy sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish delivers on flavor and comfort in just one pan.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Pepperoncini peppers
- Cream cheese
- Low-sodium chicken broth
- Fresh garlic
- Salt
- Pepper
- Italian seasoning
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Start by seasoning the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning on both sides.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add a little more olive oil if needed, and toss in minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Stir in the sliced pepperoncini peppers along with a splash of their juice.
- Lower the heat and add the cream cheese to the skillet, stirring until it melts and combines with the garlic and peppers. Gradually pour in the chicken broth, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Place the cooked chicken back into the skillet, spooning the creamy sauce over the top. Let it simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Once everything is heated through, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve the dish over rice, pasta, or alongside a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: Don't rush the searing to achieve a nice crust. Adjust the heat level with crushed red pepper flakes if you like it spicy. Feel free to add chopped spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra nutrition.