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Easy One-Pan Creamy Chicken Scampi with Lemon Garlic Parmesan Rice

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Make this comforting and flavorful Chicken Scampi served over rich, creamy Garlic Parmesan Rice. This easy skillet recipe delivers restaurant-style taste in under 40 minutes, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cooked white rice (prepared separately)
  • 2 tablespoons butter (for rice)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for rice)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (for rice)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the cut chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn.
  4. Pour in the white wine or broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer and reduce slightly for 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream, 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes, if using. Simmer gently until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. While the sauce simmers, prepare the rice: In a separate small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir in the cooked white rice, 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder. Mix well until the rice is creamy and heated through. Keep warm.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the scampi sauce. Toss to coat the chicken completely.
  8. To serve, divide the creamy garlic Parmesan rice among plates. Spoon the chicken scampi and sauce over the rice. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • For a one-pan approach, you can cook the rice directly in the skillet after removing the chicken, adding broth and simmering until absorbed, then stirring in the cream and cheese at the end.
  • Use fresh garlic for the best flavor in the scampi sauce.
  • If you prefer a tangier sauce, increase the fresh lemon juice slightly.

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