Chicken Scampi with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Rice
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken Scampi with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Rice, a dish that transforms ordinary weeknight dinners into special occasions. This recipe features tender chicken simmered in a luscious garlic-parmesan sauce and served over creamy, fluffy rice. Perfect for busy families or elegant gatherings, this meal impresses with its rich taste and ease of preparation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup rice (preferably jasmine)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Cook the rice: Boil 2 cups of chicken broth in a medium saucepan, add rice, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until tender. Fluff with a fork and stir in butter.
- Sauté chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper; cook until browned (6-8 minutes), then set aside.
- Make the sauce: Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for 1 minute. Add chicken broth and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan; simmer until thickened (3-4 minutes).
- Combine: Return chicken to the skillet, stirring to coat with sauce; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve: Plate creamy garlic rice, top with chicken scampi mixture, garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg