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A vibrant plate featuring tender sliced chicken immersed in a creamy sauce with sliced pepperoncini peppers, garnished with fresh herbs, served on a rustic wooden table with colorful side vegetables, highlighting textures of the smooth sauce contrasted with the crispy edges of the chicken and bright peppers, styled simply for an inviting look.

Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet

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A quick and flavorful skillet dish with tender chicken, spicy pepperoncini peppers, and a creamy sauce, perfect for a comforting dinner.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer, scraping up browned bits.
  6. Add sliced pepperoncini peppers and cook for 3-4 minutes.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet, coat with sauce, and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • Adjust spice level by adding more or fewer pepperoncini peppers.
  • Serve with crusty bread or over rice for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 dinner plate
  • Calories: 480 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 620 mg
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Cholesterol: 115 mg