Description
Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken is a sumptuous and flavorful dish that brings excitement to any meal. Featuring tender chicken simmered in a luscious sauce made from roasted red peppers and zesty pepperoncini, this one-pan wonder is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions. With its creamy texture and slight tang, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends. Plus, it pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or a fresh salad, making it a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken tenderloins
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion (diced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced roasted red peppers
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken tenderloins with salt and pepper and add them to the skillet. Cook until golden brown on both sides. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Add diced onion to the skillet and sauté for about 3 minutes until softened; then add minced garlic and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth; cook until reduced by half. Stir in heavy cream and Italian seasoning, then return the chicken to the skillet. Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly and chicken is cooked through.
- Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in Parmesan cheese, roasted red peppers, pepperoncini peppers, and crushed red pepper flakes until cheese melts into the sauce.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: For a lighter version, you can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a plant-based cream alternative. If you prefer less spice, reduce the amount of pepperoncini peppers or omit them altogether.