Creamy Chicken with Pepperoncini
A comforting and creamy dish combining tender chicken with a zesty kick of pepperoncini, perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken breasts and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Mix in the sliced pepperoncini, heavy cream, and Italian seasoning. Stir until well combined.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
This dish pairs well with fluffy rice, pasta, or creamy polenta. Adjust the heat by altering the amount of pepperoncini to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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