Description
Grilled Chicken with Pepperoncini Garlic Butter is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together succulent chicken breasts, zesty pepperoncini, and rich garlic butter. This simple yet impressive recipe is perfect for gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. With each bite, you’ll enjoy a delightful combination of heat and savory goodness that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Get ready to create unforgettable moments around the dinner table with this delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and drizzle with olive oil; season generously with salt and pepper.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165Β°F (75Β°C).
- While grilling, melt butter in a saucepan over low heat; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in sliced pepperoncini and lemon juice.
- Once grilled, drizzle the chicken with the pepperoncini garlic butter before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken in the butter mixture for up to two hours before grilling. This recipe can easily adapt to turkey or beef; adjust cooking times as needed.