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Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet Recipe


  • Author: Hannah

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 cup chicken broth

  • 1/2 cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced

  • 1/2 cup pepperoncini juice (from the jar)

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • 1/2 tsp paprika

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)


Instructions

  • Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden, then remove and set aside.

  • In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.

  • Stir in chicken broth, pepperoncini peppers, and pepperoncini juice. Simmer 3 minutes.

  • Reduce heat and whisk in heavy cream, cream cheese, and Italian seasoning until smooth and creamy.

  • Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and let simmer 8–10 minutes until cooked through.

 

  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.