Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice
A delightful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich garlic sauce, served atop creamy, cheesy rice.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts Perfectly seasoned for flavor.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For searing the chicken.
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste.
- ½ teaspoon paprika Adds color and flavor.
- 3 tablespoons butter Used in the sauce.
- 4 cloves garlic Minced for rich flavor.
- ½ cup chicken broth For deglazing.
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice Adds brightness.
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley For garnish.
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional for heat.
For the Garlic Parmesan Rice
- 1 tablespoon butter To sauté the garlic.
- 2 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 cup white rice For the base of the dish.
- 2 cups chicken broth To cook the rice.
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese For creaminess and flavor.
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Season chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sear the chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- Add butter to the skillet and then minced garlic; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up browned bits.
- Add lemon zest and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over it; simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
Preparing the Rice
- In another saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and sauté garlic for about 1 minute.
- Stir in white rice, toasting it for 1 minute.
- Add chicken broth, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer covered for 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat, stir in parmesan cheese and parsley.
Serving
- Plate by placing garlic parmesan rice, top with chicken, and drizzle with garlic sauce.
- Garnish with extra parsley and red pepper flakes if desired.
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Notes
For enhanced flavor, consider marinating the chicken beforehand and using fresh ingredients whenever possible.