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Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet

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Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet is a zesty, comforting one‑pan dish featuring seared chicken in a rich cream sauce infused with tangy pepperoncini peppers. It’s bold, creamy, and perfect over potatoes, pasta, rice, or bread.

Ingredients

  • Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Olive oil
  • Butter
  • Garlic (minced)
  • Onion (sliced or diced)
  • Pepperoncini peppers (sliced, plus a few whole for garnish)
  • Pepperoncini brine (from the jar)
  • Chicken broth
  • Heavy cream
  • Cream cheese or sour cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium‑high heat and sear the chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic and onion until soft and fragrant.
  4. Stir in sliced pepperoncinis and a splash of brine to add tang.
  5. Add chicken broth and simmer 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  6. Pour in heavy cream, and if using, stir in cream cheese or sour cream. Simmer until the sauce thickens to your liking.
  7. Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for another 2–3 minutes in the sauce, spooning it over the chicken.
  8. Finish with fresh parsley and garnish with whole pepperoncinis. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Add spinach or kale near the end for some greens.
  • Use coconut milk instead of cream for a dairy‑free version (omit cream cheese/sour cream).
  • Shred the cooked chicken and use it in wraps or over rice for leftovers.
  • Adjust heat by adding red pepper flakes or using hot pepperoncinis.

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