Description
Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice is a delightful one-pan meal that combines succulent chicken with creamy garlic-infused rice. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, offering rich flavors of garlic, butter, and lemon in every bite. The best part? It’s made in just one skillet, making cleanup a breeze! Impress your family and friends with this comforting recipe that’s sure to become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 stick butter
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 1½ cups uncooked white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken strips with salt, lemon pepper seasoning, and garlic powder. Sauté in olive oil over medium heat until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side). Remove and cover.
- In the same skillet, melt butter; add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté until fragrant, then stir in white wine and reduce by half.
- Add rice and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and return chicken to the skillet. Drizzle with reserved sauce, cover, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg