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Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet

Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet: Simple, Flavorful Comfort Food

This Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet is a quick and easy one-pan meal that's packed with flavor, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts cubed to speed up cooking time
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Pepperoncini Peppers lends tanginess with a mild heat; substitute with milder peppers if desired
  • 1 medium Onion yellow onion strikes the perfect balance
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced for best potency
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil perfect for sautéing
  • 1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth vegetable broth works well for lighter options
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream omit or substitute with coconut cream for a dairy-free option
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning brings a mix of herbs
  • ½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes adjust to add your desired level of heat
For Seasoning and Garnish
  • to taste Salt essential for enhancing overall flavor
  • to taste Black Pepper essential for enhancing overall flavor
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley can substitute with green onions
Optional Serve With
  • 2 cups Pasta or Rice serves as a hearty base

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and cut into bite-sized cubes. Season with salt and black pepper. Chop onion and mince garlic.
  2. Heat olive oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add chopped onion and sauté for around 5 minutes until softened. Then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Deglaze the skillet with reserved pepperoncini juice. Then stir in chopped pepperoncini, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet and stir in heavy cream. Simmer together for another 5 minutes allowing the sauce to thicken.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot over pasta or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This one-pan Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet is easy to customize with extra vegetables or spices.

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