Description
Bright, tangy, and creamy, this Tangy Pepperoncini Chicken One-Pan dish combines juicy chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a zesty pepperoncini-infused sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this one-pan recipe is quick, flavorful, and leaves you with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced
- 10 whole pepperoncini peppers, sliced (or 1/2 cup)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients
- Slice the bell pepper, dice the onion, and slice the pepperoncini. Grate the Parmesan cheese if not pre-grated. Slice chicken breasts into 1/2-inch-thick pieces.
- Season Chicken
- Season chicken with 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, tossing to coat.
- Sear Chicken
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the chicken in a single layer and cook for 6 minutes, flipping halfway. Remove chicken to a plate and repeat with remaining chicken.
- Cook Vegetables
- In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add bell pepper, onion, remaining 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and Italian seasoning. Sauté for about 2 minutes, until vegetables begin to soften.
- Deglaze the Pan
- Add chicken broth to the skillet, scraping up browned bits. Cook for about 2 minutes until broth reduces by half.
- Make the Sauce
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly and vegetables are tender.
- Combine and Serve
- Return chicken to the skillet along with any juices. Add sliced pepperoncini and toss everything to coat in the sauce. Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For extra heat, add red pepper flakes or more pepperoncini.
- Swap chicken breasts with thighs for added juiciness.
- To make dairy-free, use coconut cream and a dairy-free cheese alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: American