Description

This Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet is a quick and easy dish perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner. Tender chicken strips are seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a rich and creamy sauce infused with tangy pepperoncini peppers, roasted red peppers, and Italian seasoning. The addition of Parmesan cheese adds a luscious creaminess that complements the slight heat and acidity of the peppers, making every bite deliciously satisfying.

Ingredients

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Chicken

2 lbs chicken, cut into thin strips
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp ground pepper
2 tbsp butter

Vegetables & Aromatics

1 white onion, diced
2 tbsp garlic, diced
½ cup roasted red pepper, drained and sliced
½ cup pepperoncini peppers, drained (sliced or whole)

Liquids & Dairy

½ cup chicken stock
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded

Seasoning

1 tbsp Italian seasoning

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Instructions

Season Chicken: Season the chicken strips evenly with sea salt and ground pepper to enhance the flavor before cooking.
Brown Chicken: Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken strips and cook until browned on all sides. Once browned, remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the diced onions and garlic. Cook until they become fragrant and translucent, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Add Liquids and Peppers: Pour in the chicken stock along with the roasted red peppers. Allow the mixture to simmer until the liquid reduces by half, concentrating the flavors.
Create Creamy Sauce: Stir in the heavy cream and shredded Parmesan cheese into the skillet. Mix continuously until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
Season Sauce: Lower the heat to medium and add the Italian seasoning along with the drained pepperoncini peppers, stirring to combine.
Simmer Chicken: Return the browned chicken strips to the skillet. Let everything simmer together until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Serve: Serve the creamy pepperoncini chicken hot, ideally over rice, pasta, or your choice of vegetables for a complete meal.

Notes

You can adjust the amount of pepperoncini peppers based on your heat preference.
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a creamy non-dairy alternative.
Serve over cooked pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables to make it a complete meal.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave to prevent the cream sauce from splitting.