Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken
This easy Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken is ready in 20 minutes! Tender chicken in a tangy, spicy, and creamy Parmesan sauce. A one skillet wonder perfect for weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup chopped yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ¾ cup chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- ¾ cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon pepperoncini brine
- ½ cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden and cooked through (5-7 mins). Remove to a plate.
- Add onion to skillet; cook 2 mins. Add garlic; cook 1 min until fragrant.
- Add broth, oregano, and crushed red pepper. Simmer 2 mins until reduced by half.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in cream, Parmesan, and pepperoncini brine. Simmer 3-5 mins until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to skillet. Add sliced pepperoncini. Stir to coat and heat through.
- Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
- Pepperoncini Brine is Key: Don't skip the teaspoon of juice from the pepperoncini jar! It adds the signature tangy flavor that makes this dish so special.
- Control the Heat: For a milder dish, use less crushed red pepper. For more heat, add more or include a few spicy pepperoncini slices.
- Serving Suggestions: This is delicious served over rice, pasta, mashed potatoes, or cauliflower rice.