Tangy, mouthwatering, and sure to please, this Three Pepper Chicken is the perfect addition to your menu planning!
Last summer my banana pepper plants produced like crazy, and I was able to preserve several pints. We really enjoy the Mississippi Roast and Mississippi Chicken recipes which use pepperoncini peppers, but I like to change things up sometimes.
This is a stunning chicken dish that is sure to impress guests and it comes together in just a few minutes. I like to serve it with my White Cheddar Loaded Mashed Potatoes and Simple Sauteed Green Beans.
For this recipe you’ll need:
4 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
I've made this recipe with boneless, skinless chicken thighs and it's delicious. You could also just leg quarters or split chicken breasts.
Oil
I love having my Garlic and Cayenne Infused Olive Oil on hand for everyday use and it pairs perfectly with the peppers for this dish. You could also use a neutral oil like Avocado or plain olive oil.
Seasoning
I kept this recipe super simple with just a good ol’ pantry staple of dried Italian Seasoning. However, oregano, thyme, and a little basil will work just fine.
Black Peppercorns
Freshly cracked black peppercorns give this dish a subtle earthy heat that adds a note of brightness. Ground black pepper will do but if you can use freshly cracked it will really enhance the dish significantly.
Garlic
We enjoy the fresh garlic in this recipe, but you could use 1 teaspoon of garlic powder or more to your desired taste preference. You don’t want to be heavy-handed with the garlic though because it can easily overpower the peppers.
Banana Peppers
As I mentioned, I have a lot of pickled banana peppers to use up so that was my preference in this recipe. You could use store-bought banana peppers, but they will miss that little bit of sweetness that pickling offers. You could also use pepperoncini peppers, however, keep in mind that pepperoncini peppers can be a little spicier and have more of a sour taste when pickled. Don’t drain those peppers completely! You’ll want to reserve about ¼ cup to the baking dish.
Pepperjack Cheese
We love the use of freshly shredded pepperjack cheese in this dish. It adds a smooth, creamy texture to every bite. Monterey Jack or white cheddar will work as well.
Helpful Tip:
For your next potluck or holiday party, double the recipe and cut the chicken into 1-inch bite-sized pieces. You’ll have an affordable chicken dish that everyone will be raving about!
To Make this Three Pepper Chicken:
Begin by preheating the oven to 400 degrees.
Place chicken into a 9x13 baking dish.
Coat each chicken breast with oil.
Evenly distribute Italian seasoning and cracked black pepper.
Place garlic around chicken breasts.
Add pickled banana peppers over chicken.
Bake for approx. 35 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
Top each chicken breast with pepperjack cheese and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is evenly melted.
Make this dish with me on YouTube!
Serves 4
Ingredients
4 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts, approximately 1/4" thick
1 Tablespoon infused olive oil
1 teaspoon Dried Italian Seasoning
1/4 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
4 cloves garlic, halved
1 cup pickled banana peppers, liquid reserved
1/4 cup reserved banana pepper liquid
1/2 cup freshly shredded pepper jack cheese
Directions
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Place chicken in a 9x13 baking dish. Drizzle infused olive oil evenly over each piece of chicken.
Evenly distribute Italian seasoning and pepper over each chicken breast. Place garlic around chicken.
Add peppers on top and around the chicken. Add reserved banana pepper liquid.
Bake uncovered for approximately 35 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
Top each chicken breast with pepper jack cheese and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is evenly melted.
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