One Pan Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken

Name: One Pan Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts; 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced; 1/3 cup yellow onion, diced; 1/2 cup pepperoncini peppers, drained and sliced; 3/4 cup low sodium chicken broth; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

This creamy one skillet dinner combines tender chicken with tangy pepperoncini and a rich Parmesan sauce.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· August 27, 2026

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Prep

10 minutes

Cook

25 minutes

Total

35 minutes

Serves

This creamy pepperoncini chicken has quickly become a favorite in my house because it is so simple to make but tastes like a fancy restaurant meal. The combination of the tangy peppers and the velvety Parmesan cream sauce creates a flavor profile that is absolutely delicious.

Since everything cooks in one skillet, cleanup is a total breeze on busy weeknights. If you want to make the most of the sauce, I highly recommend serving this over a bed of fluffy rice or creamy mashed potatoes to soak up every last drop.

🧺 Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
1/3 cup yellow onion, diced
1/2 cup pepperoncini peppers, drained and sliced
3/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Season the chicken breasts evenly with the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
2
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 7 to 8 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
3
Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet. Stir in the sliced bell pepper and onion, cooking for 3 to 5 minutes until they are soft.
4
Pour in the chicken broth and the sliced pepperoncini peppers. Let the liquid cook for about 2 minutes to reduce by half.
5
Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook for another 2 minutes until it begins to thicken, adding a little extra salt and pepper if you like.
6
Place the cooked chicken back into the skillet. Spoon the creamy sauce over the chicken to coat it thoroughly and serve warm.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. When you are ready to eat, simply reheat individual portions in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes until everything is warmed through.

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