Description
A delightful dish combining tender chicken cooked in a flavorful garlic sauce with creamy, cheesy rice, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken tenders or thinly sliced breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Chopped parsley for garnish
- 1 tablespoon butter (for rice)
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic (for rice)
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth (for rice)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, and paprika. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in white wine or chicken broth, add lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for a few minutes.
- Add the butter to the skillet and stir until melted. Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley.
- For the garlic parmesan rice, in a separate pot, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until translucent. Add the rice and stir for a minute, then add chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cover for about 18 minutes.
- Once the rice is cooked, stir in grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve the chicken scampi over garlic parmesan rice.
Notes
Make sure not to overcook the chicken to keep it tender. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes based on your spice preference, and use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian