Chicken Scampi with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Rice
Enjoy a comforting taste of Italy with this delicious Chicken Scampi, featuring tender chicken, creamy garlic Parmesan sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2-3 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Sear the chicken breasts until golden and fully cooked through.
- Pour in chicken broth and simmer for a few minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; season with salt and pepper.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and mix well.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
For added flavor, consider adding sautéed mushrooms or a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 95mg