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Chicken Scampi with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Rice

Savor Chicken Scampi with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Rice Tonight

A delightful Chicken Scampi with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Rice, perfect for quick weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast or Thighs Use breasts for a leaner choice, or thighs for a juicier bite.
  • 3 tablespoons Butter More can be added for a deeper sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Adjust based on spice tolerance.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Can substitute with individual dried herbs.
For the Aromatics
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is essential for flavor.
For the Sauce and Rice
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Homemade or store-bought.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half can be a lighter alternative.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Use freshly grated for best results.
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine or Long Grain White Rice Avoid quick-cooking varieties.
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Freshly chopped.
  • 1 tablespoon Diced Red Chili Optional, for color and heat.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized chunks and season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat and sear the chicken pieces until golden and fully cooked.
  3. Sauté the minced garlic in the remaining butter until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Toast the rice in the skillet, then add chicken broth and simmer until the rice is tender.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mixing until the rice is creamy.
  6. In a small saucepan, sauté more garlic and crushed red pepper in butter for the scampi sauce.
  7. Combining the cooked chicken with the scampi sauce and heat through.
  8. Serve the creamy rice topped with the chicken and garnish with parsley and red chili.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 34gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the dish to cool before storing in airtight containers. Reheat with a splash of broth or cream to maintain creaminess.

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