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Creamy Banana Pepper Chicken Skillet


  • Author: jena
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A flavorful and easy-to-make dish combining tender chicken with the zing of banana peppers, featuring a rich creamy sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into cubes
  • 1 cup banana pepper rings
  • 1 cup heavy cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the cubed chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the banana pepper rings.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream or Greek yogurt.
  6. Cook for another 3-5 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

For extra flavor, add Italian herbs like basil or oregano. Substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: chicken, skillet, creamy, banana peppers, weeknight dinner, easy recipe