Description

Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice is a delightful and quick-to-prepare skillet dish that brings together tender chicken strips in a zesty garlic and lemon sauce, served over creamy garlic parmesan rice. This one-skillet meal is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, offering rich flavors without the hassle of extensive cleanup. With its enticing aroma and satisfying taste, this recipe promises to impress your loved ones any night of the week.

Ingredients

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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 cups chicken broth (for rice)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat, then cook the chicken strips for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute, then add chicken broth, lemon juice, and white wine (if using). Simmer for 3–4 minutes.
Stir in butter until melted, return chicken to the skillet, and toss to coat in sauce.
For the rice: Cook rice in a medium saucepan with chicken broth and minced garlic until tender.
Stir in grated Parmesan cheese into the cooked rice.
Serve chicken on top of garlic parmesan rice and enjoy!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
Calories: 480
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 49g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 90mg