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Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken

Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken: Easy Comfort for Busy Nights

Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken offers tender chicken in a zesty, creamy sauce, ideal for quick dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Substitute with chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for sautéing.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 piece Red Bell Pepper Fresh or roasted varieties work beautifully.
  • 1 piece Yellow Onion When sautéed, it softens and sweetens.
  • 1 cup Pepperoncini Peppers Using fresh will enhance the flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Opt for vegetable broth for a vegetarian twist.
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Consider half-and-half or coconut milk for a lighter option.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Mix in dried basil and oregano as substitutes.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by slicing the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into ½-inch thick pieces. Season each piece generously with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken slices and cook for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and let it rest.
  3. In the same skillet, add 1 more tablespoon of olive oil if needed and toss in the diced red bell pepper and chopped yellow onion. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
  4. Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth into the skillet and bring to a simmer, cooking for approximately 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and stir in ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese and 1 cup of heavy cream. Mix well and let it thicken for about 3 minutes.
  6. Return the seared chicken and juices back to the skillet along with the sliced pepperoncini peppers. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. The flavors deepen with time.

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