Pepperoncini Chicken Skillet
A flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender chicken breasts cooked with zesty pepperoncini peppers, perfect for busy weeknights and gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup pepperoncini peppers (sliced or whole)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste Salt and pepper
- ½ cup chicken broth low-sodium if desired
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all ingredients for a smoother cooking process.
- Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat them dry.
- Measure out spices, broth, and pepperoncini.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken breasts, cooking for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Season both sides of the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Lay pepperoncini peppers over the chicken and pour fresh chicken broth into the skillet.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes.
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken; it should be 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after cooking.
- Slice and serve warm, drizzled with the sauce from the skillet.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. For freezing, store in a freezer-safe container.