Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 jar (12 ounces) banana peppers, sliced (drained)
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating the Creamy Banana Pepper Chicken Skillet is simple. Follow these steps for a delicious meal:
1. Heat the Skillet: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Cook the Chicken: Add the diced chicken to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add Onions and Garlic: Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
4. Incorporate Banana Peppers: Add the sliced banana peppers to the skillet, stirring to combine.
5. Pour in Chicken Broth: Carefully pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to loosen any browned bits. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
6. Add Cream and Seasonings: Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and Italian seasoning. Mix well. Allow the sauce to simmer for another 5 minutes to thicken.
7. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
8. Serve: Once the sauce has reached your desired consistency, remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
These easy steps will guide you in creating a flavorful and creamy chicken skillet that is sure to please!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 30g