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Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice

Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice for a Cozy Night In

This Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice offers comfort and flavor for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Easy Dinners
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 540 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • large skillet
  • Wooden Spoon

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Scampi

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil provides a rich base for sautéing
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional for a touch of heat
  • ½ cup white wine like Sauvignon Blanc
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter for a creamy finish
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped

For the Garlic Parmesan Rice

  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Bring chicken broth to a boil in a medium saucepan, add rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
  • Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and olive oil. Keep warm.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, warm olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken, cook for 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  • Remove chicken from skillet, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in white wine, scrape up browned bits, simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add lemon juice and chicken broth, bring to a simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  • Return chicken to skillet, stir in butter until melted and heated through.
  • Serve garlic Parmesan rice topped with chicken and sauce, garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Don't overcook chicken to keep it moist and tender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 34gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Chicken Scampi, comfort food, easy recipe, Garlic Parmesan Rice, quick meal, Weeknight Dinner
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