Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice 🍗🍚🧄
This rich and flavorful dish features tender chicken breasts in a buttery garlic sauce, served over creamy garlic Parmesan rice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients:
For the Chicken Scampi:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 🍗
1/2 cup unsalted butter 🧈
4 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) 🌶️
1 cup chicken broth 🍗
1/2 cup white wine (or additional chicken broth) 🍷
Juice of 1 lemon 🍋
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 🌿
Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
For the Garlic Parmesan Rice:
1 cup long-grain rice 🍚
2 cups water 💧
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
1 tablespoon olive oil 🫒
Instructions:
Cook the Rice:
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
Add the rice, a pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Stir, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all the water is absorbed.
Once the rice is cooked, stir in the Parmesan cheese until well combined. Set aside.
Prepare the Chicken Scampi:
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt the butter.
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Make the Garlic Scampi Sauce:
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the red pepper flakes (if using), chicken broth, white wine, and lemon juice to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 3-5 minutes, letting the sauce reduce slightly.
Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon some of the sauce over the chicken. Let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Assemble the Dish:
Plate the creamy garlic Parmesan rice and place a chicken breast on top of each serving.
Spoon the scampi sauce over the chicken, then garnish with fresh parsley.
Serve and Enjoy:
Serve the Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice immediately, and enjoy this flavorful and comforting meal!
This Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice is sure to be a hit with its rich garlic flavor and creamy texture! 🍗🍚