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Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice

Savory Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice Delight

This Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice is a quick and flavorful dish that impresses with its creamy rice and succulent chicken.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinners
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 580

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil for cooking the chicken
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • ½ cup white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 cup chicken broth for cooking
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter for sauce richness
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
For the Garlic Parmesan Rice
  • 1 cup jasmine rice rinsed
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth for cooking rice
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for fluffiness

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, bring low-sodium chicken broth to a boil. Add the rice, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until tender.
  2. Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and olive oil. Cover to keep warm.
  3. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
  5. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Pour in white wine to deglaze the skillet. Scrape up browned bits and let simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Add lemon juice and chicken broth, bring to a simmer, and cook for about 3-4 minutes.
  8. Return the chicken to the skillet and stir in unsalted butter until melted. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  9. Serve the garlic Parmesan rice on plates and top with the chicken mixture. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh garlic for better flavor. Don’t overcrowd the skillet when cooking the chicken. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

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