Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice Recipe
A delicious and comforting Chicken Scampi served over flavorful garlic Parmesan rice. Tender chicken breasts are sautéed with garlic, butter, and Italian seasoning, then simmered in a lemony white wine sauce. Paired with creamy Parmesan rice infused with garlic and chicken broth, this recipe makes an easy, elegant dinner perfect for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
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Chicken Scampi:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or tenders, cut into strips
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Garlic Parmesan Rice:
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare and Cook Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Season chicken strips with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Sauté the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Make Sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and minced garlic. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Deglaze the pan by adding white wine or chicken broth, scraping up browned bits. Stir in lemon juice and let the sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Heat through for a minute, then sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top.
- Cook Garlic Parmesan Rice: While the chicken is cooking, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the rice and toast it by stirring continuously for 2 minutes.
- Simmer Rice: Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 18–20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Finish Rice: Stir grated Parmesan cheese into the cooked rice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Plate the garlic Parmesan rice and top it with the chicken scampi. Garnish with additional parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute white wine with extra chicken broth for a non-alcoholic version.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and texture.
- Cook the rice covered and avoid lifting the lid to ensure fluffy rice.
- Adjust lemon juice to your taste for more or less acidity.
- Leftover chicken scampi can be refrigerated and reheated gently on the stovetop.
Keywords: Chicken Scampi, Garlic Parmesan Rice, Italian Chicken Recipe, Easy Dinner, Skillet Chicken, One Pan Dinner
