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Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet

Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet: Your New Weeknight Favorite

Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet bursts with flavor and is ready in just 30 minutes, making it your new weeknight favorite!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Butter Can substitute with olive oil for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can be used for a dairy-free version but may alter flavor.
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast works as a vegan alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning Fresh herbs like basil or oregano can be substituted.
For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs Chicken, thinly sliced Substitute with boneless, skinless thighs for juiciness.
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt Reduce if using brined peppers.
  • 1 tsp Ground Pepper
For the Vegetables
  • 1 whole White Onion, diced Yellow or red onions can be used.
  • 2 tbsp Garlic, diced
  • ½ cup Roasted Red Pepper, drained and sliced Fresh bell peppers can be substituted.
  • ½ cup Pepperoncini Peppers, drained Substitute with banana peppers for less spice.
For the Stock
  • ½ cup Chicken Stock Vegetable stock can be used as a vegetarian alternative.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Chicken: Pat the thinly sliced chicken dry and season both sides with sea salt and ground pepper.
  2. Sear Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet and sauté the seasoned chicken for about 8 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: Lower the heat and sauté the diced onion and garlic until the onion is translucent.
  4. Deglaze & Reduce: Add chicken stock and roasted red pepper slices, bringing to a simmer, and reduce by half.
  5. Prepare Cream Sauce: Remove from heat and whisk in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
  6. Combine: Stir in Italian seasoning and pepperoncini peppers along with reserved chicken, heating through.
  7. Serve: Plate the dish and serve it over rice or pasta, garnished with extra Parmesan and pepperoncini.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure chicken strips are dry before seasoning, and add cheese off heat to prevent clumping. Feel free to swap chicken breasts for thighs for added juiciness.

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