Description
This Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet is a flavorful and creamy dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. The tangy pepperoncini peppers add a unique twist to the creamy sauce, making this dish a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until browned on both sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
- Add the Peppers and Liquid: Add the sliced pepperoncini peppers and chicken broth to the skillet. Bring to a simmer.
- Make the Sauce: Stir in the heavy cream and return the chicken to the skillet. Simmer until the sauce has thickened.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of pepperoncini peppers based on your desired level of spiciness.
- This dish pairs well with rice or pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg