Description
Indulge in a comforting dish of Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice—a delightful blend of tender chicken in a savory garlic and butter sauce served alongside aromatic Parmesan-infused rice. This easy-to-follow recipe promises a satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup chicken broth
Juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup white wine (optional)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 cups chicken broth
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Season chicken strips with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken strips for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, and white wine (if using), scraping up any browned bits.
- Simmer for 3-4 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Stir in butter until melted and combined.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet, toss to coat in the sauce, and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
- Prepare the Garlic Parmesan Rice:
- In a medium saucepan, combine rice, chicken broth, and minced garlic.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- To Serve:
- Divide garlic Parmesan rice among plates.
- Top with chicken scampi and spoon sauce over chicken and rice.
- Garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
For a lighter option, you can use reduced-sodium chicken broth or substitute olive oil for butter.
Adjust seasoning according to personal taste preferences.
White wine adds depth to the sauce but can be omitted if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
