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A vibrant chicken skillet topped with slices of green and red pepperoncini peppers, creamy sauce drizzled over tender chicken breasts, served on a rustic wooden table with fresh herbs and a side of vegetables, highlighting textures of tender meat and crispy edges, colorful peppers adding brightness to the presentation.

Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet

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Juicy chicken breasts simmered in a creamy, spicy pepperoncini sauce, garnished with fresh herbs and served hot.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, then cook until golden and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
  3. Add minced garlic and sliced pepperoncini to the skillet, cooking for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine and simmer for 5 minutes until sauce thickens.
  5. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Adjust spice level by adding more or fewer pepperoncini peppers.
  • This dish pairs well with rice or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Carb

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 460 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 520 mg
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Cholesterol: 125 mg