Description
Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice is a comforting dish that combines succulent chicken sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, served over creamy parmesan-infused rice. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this delightful recipe offers an explosion of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds. In just 30 minutes, you can create a heartwarming meal that fills the home with an irresistible aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (rinsed)
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Mince garlic and set aside.
- Cook chicken: In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add garlic: Once chicken is cooked through, add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Make sauce: Pour in chicken broth and let simmer until slightly thickened.
- Cook rice: While the sauce simmers, prepare rice according to package instructions. Stir in parmesan cheese once cooked.
- Combine: Return chicken to the skillet with the sauce and serve over cheesy rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg