Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice, a delicious one-pan meal that transforms humble ingredients into an extraordinary dining experience. This dish features succulent chicken strips sautéed to golden perfection, enveloped in a creamy garlic butter sauce enriched with white wine and Parmesan cheese. Paired with aromatic garlic-infused rice, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights and special occasions alike. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, it’s sure to impress your family and guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breasts (cut into strips)
- 1 stick butter
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 1½ cups uncooked white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken strips with salt, lemon pepper seasoning, and garlic powder. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; sauté chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté until fragrant. Pour in white wine and simmer for about 5 minutes until reduced by half.
- Stir in uncooked rice, chicken broth, and remaining salt; bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover, simmering for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese, return chicken to the pan, drizzle with reserved sauce, cover for an additional 5 minutes to meld flavors. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg