Chicken Scampi with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Rice
This savory dish combines tender chicken scampi with a rich and creamy garlic Parmesan rice. It delivers a delightful flavor that makes for a comforting meal perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 medium saucepan
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup white wine or additional chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1 cup uncooked Arborio rice
- 2 cups chicken broth for rice
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and white wine, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir in fresh lemon juice. Keep warm over low heat while preparing the rice.
- In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add the Arborio rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for about 18-20 minutes until rice is tender and creamy.
- Once the rice is cooked, stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the creamy garlic Parmesan rice topped with the chicken scampi mixture. Garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
For added flavor, you can sauté vegetables such as spinach or cherry tomatoes to mix into the rice or serve on the side.
You can substitute the white wine with additional chicken broth if you prefer to omit alcohol.
Adjust the level of red pepper flakes according to your spice preference.