Description
A creamy and delicious Chicken Scampi served with Garlic Parmesan Rice, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice (preferably white or jasmine)
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions or heat leftover rice.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and butter. Once melted, add chicken strips seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, lower heat to medium-low and add minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping bits off the bottom of the pan, and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Gradually stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Lower heat and add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Add cooked rice and mix well; heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or broccoli for added nutrition.
- Adjust the amount of garlic according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Chicken Scampi, Garlic Parmesan Rice, Creamy Chicken Recipe