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Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Description

This Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice is a flavorful and comforting dish featuring tender chicken strips cooked in a zesty garlic lemon butter sauce. Paired with aromatic garlic Parmesan rice, this meal is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Ingredients

Chicken Scampi

  • 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

Garlic Parmesan Rice

  • 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

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken strips with salt and pepper evenly to enhance the flavor.
  2. Heat the Olive Oil: Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  3. Cook Chicken: Place the chicken strips in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and thoroughly cooked. Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.
  4. Make the Sauce – Garlic Sauté: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  5. Add Liquids: Pour in the chicken broth, lemon juice, and white wine if using. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the skillet bottom to deepen the sauce flavor.
  6. Simmer Sauce: Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 3-4 minutes so it reduces slightly and the flavors concentrate.
  7. Incorporate Butter: Stir in the unsalted butter until melted and fully combined, enriching the sauce with a silky texture.
  8. Return Chicken: Place the cooked chicken back into the skillet, toss to coat well with the sauce, and sprinkle with chopped parsley for freshness.
  9. Prepare Rice: In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, chicken broth, and minced garlic.
  10. Cook Rice: Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover with a lid, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  11. Add Parmesan: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese into the cooked rice until melted and mixed well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  12. Plate the Dish: Divide the garlic Parmesan rice evenly among four plates.
  13. Top with Chicken: Spoon the chicken scampi and the buttery sauce over the rice on each plate.
  14. Garnish and Serve: Finish each serving with a sprinkling of fresh chopped parsley for color and flavor.

Notes

  • You can omit the white wine if you prefer a non-alcoholic version; chicken broth and lemon juice provide plenty of flavor.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for best melting and taste.
  • Adjust garlic quantity to your preference for more or less pungency.
  • Leftover rice can be refrigerated up to 3 days and reheated gently with a splash of broth.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/chicken-scampi-with-garlic-parmesan-rice-recipe-2/