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Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Recipe

Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken made in one pan with tender chicken, tangy peppers, and a rich cream sauce an easy 30-minute dinner packed with bold flavor.
Prep Time 11 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 505

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Ingredients (with measurements)
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 jar (16 oz) pepperoncini peppers, drained
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
How to Make Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken
1. Season the Chicken
  • Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. This ensures every bite is flavorful.
2. Sear the Chicken
  • Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 6–7 minutes per side, until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
3. Build the Sauce
  • In the same skillet, pour in the chicken broth and scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan this adds incredible flavor. Stir in the heavy cream and chopped pepperoncini peppers. Let the sauce simmer gently for 2–3 minutes.
4. Combine and Simmer
  • Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top. Let everything simmer together for another 2–3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
5. Serve
  • Serve hot with your favorite sides, spooning plenty of sauce over the chicken.
Tips for the Best Pepperoncini Chicken
  • Don’t overcook the chicken – Remove it as soon as it reaches 165°F
  • Adjust the tang – Add more or fewer pepperoncinis to taste
  • Use full-fat cream for the smoothest sauce
  • Deglaze properly – Those browned bits add serious flavor
Nutrition Calories: 505 kcal | Carbohydrates: 18.6g | Protein: 45.6g | Fat: 28.5g | Saturated Fat: 10.5g Cholesterol: 108mg | Sodium: 4974.5mg | Potassium: 695mg | Fiber: 5.3g | Sugar: 2.8g Vitamin A: 267 IU | Vitamin C: 4.5mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1.6mg
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