Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice, a delightful one-pan meal that brings comfort and elegance to your dining experience. This dish features tender chicken strips bathed in a creamy garlic butter sauce, complemented by perfectly cooked rice infused with Parmesan cheese and zesty lemon. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe impresses with minimal cleanup and maximum flavor. With just 40 minutes from prep to plate, you’ll enjoy a satisfying dinner that both family and friends will rave about.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 stick butter
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 ½ cups uncooked white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 1–2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons crispy toasted breadcrumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken strips with salt, lemon pepper, and garlic powder. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté chicken until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side). Remove and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, then add minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and salt; sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in white wine and reduce by half before adding fresh lemon juice.
- Add uncooked rice and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, 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 and let sit covered for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg