Description
Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet is a comforting dish that pairs tender chicken with zesty pepperoncini and a luscious creamy sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this one-pan wonder is not only easy to prepare but also delivers a burst of flavor that will leave your guests asking for seconds. Serve it over rice or pasta, and you’ll have an instant family favorite that requires minimal cleanup!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 1 cup pepperoncini peppers (jarred, sliced)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear in the hot skillet for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in cream cheese until fully melted, then add spinach and allow it to wilt.
- Mix in pepperoncini peppers, simmer for another 5 minutes, then serve over rice or pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 115mg