Description
This Easy Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts simmered in a tangy, creamy sauce made with pepperoncini peppers, cream cheese, and Parmesan. Perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner, it pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes to soak up the savory sauce.
Ingredients
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Chicken & Seasonings
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Sauce Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
- 2 tablespoons pepperoncini juice
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season them evenly with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to build a flavorful base.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust. Remove the chicken and set aside temporarily.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, pour in the chicken broth and scrape the bottom with a spatula to loosen browned bits. Stir in the sliced pepperoncini peppers and their juice, softened cream cheese, heavy cream, and dried oregano. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts completely and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Simmer the Chicken: Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet and cover them. Let them simmer gently for 10 to 15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked through and tender.
- Finish the Sauce: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and cook uncovered for an additional 2 minutes to slightly thicken the sauce and meld the flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the chicken and sauce for a pop of color and freshness. Serve warm over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes to enjoy every bit of the creamy sauce.
Notes
- Serve this dish over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes to soak up the flavorful sauce.
- Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for a moister, juicier result.
- Adjust the amount of pepperoncini peppers based on your heat preference to keep the dish mild or make it more tangy and spicy.
