Description
Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice is a delightful dish that elevates any meal into a special occasion. Succulent chicken is sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce and served over creamy, flavorful rice, making it a perfect combination of comfort and gourmet dining. Whether you’re hosting guests or enjoying a cozy night in, this dish will impress with its irresistible flavors and stunning presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from chicken breasts; pat dry.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sear chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Remove chicken; add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Stir in heavy cream and scrape up brown bits from the pan.
- Add Parmesan cheese and lemon juice; mix until smooth.
- Cook rice according to package instructions using chicken broth instead of water.
- Return chicken to the skillet; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Serve on a bed of garlic parmesan rice, garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 135mg