Chicken Scampi with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Rice
This Chicken Scampi dish combines succulent chicken in a flavorful garlic butter sauce with creamy garlic Parmesan rice, making for a luxurious meal that is both comforting and satisfying.
Equipment
- 1 Large skillet
- 1 Medium saucepan
- 1 Wooden spoon
- 1 Measuring cups
- 1 Measuring spoons
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Chef's knife
- 1 Serving platter
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- for garnish fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the rice to the saucepan and lightly toast it for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Pour in 2 cups of chicken broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm.
- Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Lower the heat and add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) to the skillet. Sauté for about 1 minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer for about 3-5 minutes, allowing it to reduce slightly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Remove from heat.
- Serve the chicken scampi over a bed of creamy garlic Parmesan rice and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
You can substitute chicken breast with shrimp for a more traditional scampi if desired. Adjust the level of red pepper flakes based on your spice preference. For extra creaminess, you can add more heavy cream to the rice.