Savor a delicious creamy pepperoncini chicken skillet recipe tonight Quick prep bold flavors make this dish a musttry for any weeknight meal
Ingredients
Scale
1.5 pounds chicken thighs or breasts
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chicken broth
8 ounces cream cheese
1 cup shredded cheese (Mozzarella or Cheddar)
1 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
8 ounces pasta (optional)
Instructions
Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper on both sides.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear each side until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium, add minced garlic to the same skillet, and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Pour in chicken broth, bringing to a simmer, and deglaze the bottom of the skillet.
Reduce heat to low, add cream cheese, and stir until melted.
Stir in shredded cheese and sliced pepperoncini until mixed.
Return chicken to the skillet, cover, and cook in the sauce for about 10 minutes.
If using pasta, cook it according to the package instructions. Serve the creamy chicken over pasta or alongside rice, garnished as desired.
