Chicken Scampi
Savor the delightful flavors of Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice, a dish that brings together tender chicken strips and a luscious garlic butter sauce, all served over creamy rice. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe is quick to prepare and guarantees satisfaction for the whole family. With its rich lemony notes and elegant presentation garnished with fresh parsley, you’ll impress your guests while enjoying a comforting meal. Experience restaurant-style dining at home in just 45 minutes!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and deglaze the pan. Simmer for 3-4 minutes then stir in butter until melted.
- Return chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- For the rice, combine rice, chicken broth, and minced garlic in a saucepan; bring to boil then reduce heat and cover until rice is tender (15-20 minutes). Stir in Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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