Description
This Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken is a one-pan wonder that brings together tender chicken breasts simmered in a luscious pepperoncini-infused cream sauce. Perfect for any occasion, this dish transforms weeknight dinners into festive feasts, all while keeping cleanup a breeze. With its zesty flavors and rich goodness, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather and chop garlic and pepperoncini.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear until golden brown (5 minutes per side).
- Add garlic and pepperoncini; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, scraping any bits from the pan. Stir in Italian seasoning.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg