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Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet Recipe - Quick & Easy

Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet Recipe – Quick & Easy

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Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet Recipe – Quick & Easy is a delightful, flavor-packed dish that brings together tender chicken strips and zesty pepperoncini in a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this dish can be served over rice, pasta, or vegetables, making it a versatile choice that appeals to all palates. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying dinner that will impress family and friends alike!

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into thin strips
  • 1 white onion, diced
  • 2 tbsp garlic, minced
  • ½ cup chicken stock
  • ½ cup roasted red peppers, drained and sliced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ cup pepperoncini peppers, drained (sliced or whole)
  • Sea salt and ground pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Season chicken strips with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet and set aside.
  2. Sauté onions and garlic in the same skillet until fragrant (about 3-4 minutes).
  3. Pour in chicken stock and add roasted red peppers; let reduce by half.
  4. Turn off heat and whisk in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
  5. Return heat to medium; stir in Italian seasoning and pepperoncini peppers.
  6. Add the cooked chicken back to the pan; simmer for about 5 minutes until heated through and sauce thickens.
  • Author: Emma Moyer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
  • Calories: 475
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 37g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg
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