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Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice

Savor Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice Tonight

Enjoy a comforting Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice that's quick to prepare and bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Slice thin for even cooking.
  • 1 tbsp Get-R-Smoked Mike's SPG All-Purpose Seasoning Enhances flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Marketplace Parmesan Garlic EVOO Can be substituted with regular olive oil mixed with garlic.
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic provides stronger flavor.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Use homemade or low-sodium store-bought.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Marketplace White Lemon Balsamic Substitute with white vinegar and lemon juice if unavailable.
  • 2 tbsp Butter Choose salted or unsalted.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley Can substitute with basil.
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice Can swap with brown rice, adjust cooking times.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated) Pecorino Romano can be used as an alternative.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Adjust based on the saltiness of your broth.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Season the chicken strips with Get-R-Smoked Mike's SPG seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add chicken broth and lemon balsamic, scraping the pan to release bits. Let simmer for 3-4 minutes, then stir in butter until melted. Return chicken to skillet and coat with sauce, sprinkle with parsley.
  3. In a saucepan, combine long-grain rice, chicken broth, and garlic. Bring to boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender. Mix in grated Parmesan, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  4. Serve rice on plates, topped with chicken and sauce. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Pair with a light arugula salad or warm garlic bread.

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