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Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet

A fast and flavorful one-pan dinner featuring perfectly seared chicken breasts smothered in a rich, tangy cream sauce loaded with pepperoncinis, garlic, and roasted red peppers.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Seasoning
  • 2 lbs Boneless skinless chicken breasts cut in half horizontally or pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
Creamy Pepperoncini Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup Chicken broth low sodium
  • 3/4 cup Heavy whipping cream room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Sliced pepperoncinis from a jar, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Pepperoncini juice brine from the jar
  • 1/3 cup Roasted red peppers drained and sliced into strips
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet (Cast Iron or Stainless Steel)
  • Meat Mallet (optional)
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Prepare the chicken: If breasts are thick, slice them in half horizontally to make 4 thinner cutlets, or pound them to an even 1/2-inch thickness. Season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Sear the chicken: Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp of 165°F). Remove the chicken to a plate and set aside.
  3. Deglaze the pan: Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to release the browned bits. Let it simmer and reduce for 2 minutes.
  4. Make the sauce: Lower the heat to medium-low. Slowly whisk in the heavy whipping cream. Add the chopped pepperoncinis, pepperoncini juice, and sliced roasted red peppers. Simmer gently for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Combine and serve: Return the cooked chicken (and any resting juices) to the skillet, spooning the cream sauce over the top. Simmer for 1-2 minutes until everything is hot. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Serve this dish over pasta, mashed potatoes, or keep it low-carb by serving it with zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice.