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One Pot Creamy Pepperoncini Chicken Tender Skillet, unmissable!

A delicious and creamy one-pot dish featuring tender chicken cooked with pepperoncini peppers and topped with melted mozzarella cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds chicken tenders
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers jarred
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken tenders with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  3. Stir in the heavy cream and sliced pepperoncini peppers. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Return the chicken tenders to the skillet and let them simmer in the creamy sauce for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  5. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the chicken and cover the skillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 30gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken tenders in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, and Italian seasoning for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • If you prefer a bit of heat, add some crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce for a spicy kick.

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