Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet recipe
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Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet

Discover how to make Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.

20

Prep Time

25

Cook Time

45

Total Time

4

Servings

⏱ Cooking Timer

25:00

Minutes : Seconds

minutes

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Discover how to make Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.

Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet - Step 2

Ingredients

Instructions

1

Step 1

1. Pat the chicken cubes dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper on all sides.

2

Step 2

2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

3

Step 3

3. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and sear for 3-4 minutes without moving, until golden brown on one side.

4

Step 4

4. Flip the chicken pieces and cook for another 2-3 minutes until no longer pink in the center. Remove chicken to a plate and set aside.

5

Step 5

5. In the same skillet, add chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

6

Step 6

6. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

7

Step 7

7. Pour in the chicken broth and reserved pepperoncini juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

8

Step 8

8. Add the chopped pepperoncini peppers, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.

9

Step 9

9. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

10

Step 10

10. Return the chicken to the skillet along with any accumulated juices. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until heated through and the sauce coats the chicken.

11

Step 11

11. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

12

Step 12

12. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot over pasta or rice if desired.

Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet - Step 3

You Must Know

  • βœ“Patting the chicken dry before cooking ensures a better sear and prevents steaming
  • βœ“Don't overcrowd the pan when searing chicken; cook in batches if necessary
  • βœ“For a thicker sauce, simmer an additional 2-3 minutes before adding the chicken back

Chef's Notes

Patting the chicken dry before cooking ensures a better sear and prevents steaming

Don't overcrowd the pan when searing chicken; cook in batches if necessary

For a thicker sauce, simmer an additional 2-3 minutes before adding the chicken back

Serving Suggestions

Serve this Pepperoncini Chicken over al dente pasta, creamy polenta, or fluffy rice to soak up the delicious sauce. Pair with a simple green salad dressed with lemon vinaigrette and crusty bread for a complete meal. This dish works beautifully for both casual family dinners and entertaining guests.

Nutritional Info (Per Serving)

420

Calories

38g

Protein

8g

Carbs

26g

Fat

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Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet

Discover how to make Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.

Servings:4
Prep:20 min
Cook:25 min

Ingredients (13)

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 (16 ounce) jar pepperoncini peppers, drained (reserve 1/4 cup of the juice) and roughly chopped
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more, to taste)
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Optional: Cooked pasta (such as penne or rotini) or rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken cubes dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper on all sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and sear for 3-4 minutes without moving, until golden brown on one side.
  4. Flip the chicken pieces and cook for another 2-3 minutes until no longer pink in the center. Remove chicken to a plate and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
  6. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
  7. Pour in the chicken broth and reserved pepperoncini juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  8. Add the chopped pepperoncini peppers, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
  9. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  10. Return the chicken to the skillet along with any accumulated juices. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until heated through and the sauce coats the chicken.
  11. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  12. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot over pasta or rice if desired.

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