Description
Pepperoncini chicken skillet delivers tangy, creamy comfort with minimal effort. Southern-inspired flavors meld perfectly in this one-pan wonder that brings zesty goodness to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 lbs (907 grams) chicken, cut into thin strips
- ½ cup (118 ml) pepperoncini peppers, drained (sliced, rings, or whole pepper, as preferred)
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon ground pepper
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Dairy and Liquid Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) butter
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- ½ cup (50 grams) parmesan cheese, shredded
- ½ cup (118 ml) chicken stock
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 white onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons (20 grams) garlic, diced
- ½ cup (120 grams) roasted red pepper, drained and sliced
Instructions
- Heat a robust skillet over medium-high temperature, melting butter until it shimmers with golden potential. Generously season chicken strips with salt and pepper, creating a flavorful exterior.
- Carefully sear chicken pieces, rotating periodically to achieve an even golden-brown crust. Cook for approximately 6-7 minutes, ensuring a partially cooked protein with developing caramelization.
- Transfer browned chicken to a separate plate, maintaining its juicy interior. Introduce minced garlic and diced onions into the same skillet, stirring continuously until they release their aromatic essence and turn translucent.
- Deglaze the pan with rich chicken stock, incorporating roasted red peppers. Allow the liquid to simmer and reduce, concentrating flavors and creating a robust foundation for the sauce.
- Lower the heat and gently whisk heavy cream and parmesan cheese into the simmering liquid. Stir methodically until the sauce transforms into a silky, luxurious consistency without any lumps.
- Reintroduce chicken strips to the creamy mixture, sprinkling Italian seasoning and pepperoncini peppers throughout. Ensure each piece is lovingly coated and continues cooking until reaching perfect internal temperature.
- Monitor sauce thickness, adding extra stock if needed to maintain a luscious, clingy texture that embraces each ingredient.
- Remove skillet from heat and present this decadent dish atop your preferred accompaniment – whether pasta, rice, or fresh vegetables – ready to tantalize taste buds.
Notes
- Culinary adventure transforms simple chicken into a zesty, creamy masterpiece bursting with tangy pepperoncini and rich parmesan flavors.
- Skillet technique ensures every bite delivers perfectly browned chicken nestled in a velvety sauce that’s both comforting and exciting.
- Quick 25-minute meal combines Italian-inspired seasonings with creamy texture, making weeknight dinner feel like a gourmet experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 577
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 896 mg
- Fat: 41 g
- Saturated Fat: 24 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 43 g
- Cholesterol: 178 mg