Savory Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice in 30 Minutes

This Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice is a quick and delicious dinner option perfect for any night.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 600

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Can use thighs for juiciness
2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing chicken
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste

For the Scampi Sauce

4 tablespoons Butter For sauce richness
4 cloves Garlic Minced
1 medium Lemon Juice and zest
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped

For the Rice

1 cup Long-Grain White Rice Can substitute with jasmine or basmati
2 cups Chicken Broth Enhances flavor
1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese For creaminess

Equipment

large skillet
separate pot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pound the chicken breasts to a thickness of 1/2 inch, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Melt butter in the skillet, sauté garlic for 1 minute, then deglaze with lemon juice and zest.
Return chicken to the skillet, simmer in sauce for 2-3 minutes until coated.
In a pot, cook rice with chicken broth until tender, about 15-18 minutes.
Stir in butter and Parmesan cheese into the rice for a creamy texture.
Serve rice with chicken on top, drizzled with sauce and garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure even cooking by pounding the chicken properly and tasting the sauce for seasoning adjustments.

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