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Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet Recipe

Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet

A quick and comforting dish that transforms chaos into comfort in just 30 minutes with tender chicken, tangy pepperoncini, and a sumptuous creamy Parmesan sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs chicken breast cut into thin strips
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 3 tbsp butter divided
  • 1 white onion diced
  • 2 tbsp garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup roasted red pepper sliced
  • 0.5 cup pepperoncini peppers drained
  • 0.5 cup chicken stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese shredded
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning

Equipment

  • Large 12-inch skillet
  • meat thermometer
  • whisk

Method
 

  1. Cut the chicken into thin strips and season generously with salt and pepper. Allow to rest for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a large 12-inch skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken strips in a single layer and cook for about 8 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  3. Add another tablespoon of butter to the same skillet. Toss in the diced onion and minced garlic. Saute for about 5 minutes over medium heat until the onions become translucent and fragrant.
  4. Pour in 1/2 cup of chicken stock and add the sliced roasted red peppers. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, letting it reduce by half (to about 1/4 cup) for about 5 minutes.
  5. Turn off the heat and whisk in 1 cup of heavy cream and 1/2 cup of shredded Parmesan cheese until smooth and well-combined. Return the skillet to medium heat (not medium-high).
  6. Stir in 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning and the drained 1/2 cup of pepperoncini peppers. Gently fold the reserved chicken back into the skillet. Simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes until everything is heated through and sauce coats the back of a spoon.
  7. Serve over rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables, dividing evenly among 4 plates.

Notes

Always whisk in the cream off the heat to prevent curdling. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F. If sauce thickens too much, add extra chicken stock 1 tablespoon at a time. For dairy-free: swap heavy cream for full-fat coconut cream and Parmesan for nutritional yeast. Adjust pepperoncini type (mild or hot) to control spice level. Use a 12-inch skillet for best results.
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