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Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet

Savory Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet: Your Easy Weeknight Delight

This Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet is a quick and flavorful one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs for added richness.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Pepperoncini peppers substitute with milder peppers if preferred.
  • 1 medium Yellow onion can use shallots for sweetness.
  • 3 cloves Garlic fresh recommended, garlic powder works in a pinch.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil can swap with vegetable or avocado oil.
  • 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth vegetable broth is an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream consider coconut cream or Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning mix oregano, basil, and thyme as a substitute if needed.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes adjust according to heat preference.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
For the Finish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley can substitute with basil or cilantro.
Optional Serving Base
  • 2 cups Cooked pasta or rice choose according to preference.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet
  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the chicken breasts and cook for 5–7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
  3. Remove the chicken and set aside, then sauté the chopped onion in the same skillet until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until aromatic, being careful not to burn.
  5. Deglaze the skillet with reserved pepperoncini juice and add chopped pepperoncini, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 5 minutes.
  6. Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream, then return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  7. Adjust seasoning as needed and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving over pasta or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days. Suitable for freezing for up to 3 months.

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