Delicious Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice

Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice – Looking for a new and exciting way to prepare chicken? Look no further than this amazing Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice recipe. The combination of tender chicken with a buttery garlic and white wine sauce, served over fluffy parmesan rice is absolutely irresistible. Your taste buds will be thanking you for this one!

My husband and I were looking for a new chicken recipe to try out and stumbled upon this Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice recipe. It quickly became one of our favorite dishes to make for our little family. The aroma of the garlic and white wine cooking together is absolutely intoxicating and the flavors are out of this world. We love to make this dish on special occasions and it always impresses our guests.

Why This Recipe is Special?

• Tender chicken cooked to perfection
• Delicious buttery garlic and white wine sauce
• Fluffy parmesan rice with amazing flavor
• Easy to make and perfect for special occasions
• Unique combination of flavors that will impress your taste buds

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. chicken tenderloins (454 g)
• Salt and pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
• 1 stick (113 g) butter, divided
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) minced garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 1/2 teaspoons (7.5 g) salt, divided
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) dry white wine
• 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) uncooked white rice
• 3 cups (720 ml) chicken broth
• 1/2 cup (50 g) fresh grated parmesan cheese

Directions:

Season chicken tenders with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large nonstick skillet. Sauté chicken tenders until nicely browned and just cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and cover to keep warm.

Add 1/2 stick of butter, garlic, red pepper flakes, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the skillet. Sauté garlic for 3 minutes, being careful not to let the garlic burn or become too brown.

Increase skillet temperature to medium-high then add white wine. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon to emulsify the wine into the butter. Cook and stir for approximately 5 minutes or until the mixture is reduced by half. Remove and set aside 2 tablespoons of pan sauce to use later.

Add rice to skillet then stir and cook for 3-4 minutes or until rice starts to brown slightly. Add chicken broth and remaining 1 teaspoon of salt.

Bring mixture to a low boil then reduce heat to medium-low, cover pan then cook for 20 minutes or until rice is tender. Stir once or twice the first 15 minutes of cooking but not more than that.

Sprinkle parmesan over rice then arrange chicken tenders in skillet over rice. Drizzle reserved 2 tablespoons of pan sauce over chicken tenders. Cover, remove from heat then let stand for 5 minutes.

Garnish dish with more parmesan and chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Notes:

• If you don’t have white wine, you can substitute with chicken broth or lemon juice.
• For a healthier option, you can use brown rice instead of white rice.
• Make sure to cover the pan while cooking the rice to ensure it cooks evenly.
• If the pan sauce becomes too thick while reducing, you can add a splash of chicken broth to thin it out.

Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice is a delicious and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion. The tender and juicy chicken, paired with the savory and cheesy rice, makes for a satisfying and comforting meal. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is a great option for those looking to whip up a quick and tasty meal without sacrificing on flavor. Plus, the dish is versatile enough to allow for customization and substitutions based on your preferences. Give this recipe a try and enjoy a delicious and comforting meal that’s sure to impress!

FAQ

Can I use chicken breasts instead of tenderloins?

Yes, you can use chicken breasts instead of tenderloins. Just make sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly, as chicken breasts may take longer to cook.

Can I make this recipe without wine?

Yes, you can substitute the white wine with chicken broth or lemon juice.

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

This recipe is best served immediately after cooking, but you can prepare the rice ahead of time and reheat it before serving. Keep the chicken tenders covered and warm until ready to serve.

How do I know when the rice is done?

The rice is done when it is tender and has absorbed all the liquid. If the rice is still firm after 20 minutes of cooking, add a little more chicken broth and continue to cook until tender.

What can I serve with this dish?

This dish pairs well with a side salad or steamed vegetables. You can also serve it with a crusty bread to soak up the delicious pan sauce.

Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice

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The combination of tender chicken with a buttery garlic and white wine sauce, served over fluffy parmesan rice is absolutely irresistible. Your taste buds will be thanking you for this one!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Servings 4

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb. chicken tenderloins 454 g
• Salt and pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons 30 ml olive oil
• 1 stick 113 g butter, divided
• 2 tablespoons 30 ml minced garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 1/2 teaspoons 7.5 g salt, divided
• 1/2 cup 120 ml dry white wine
• 1 1/2 cups 360 ml uncooked white rice
• 3 cups 720 ml chicken broth
• 1/2 cup 50 g fresh grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

 

• Season chicken tenders with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
• Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large nonstick skillet. Sauté chicken tenders until nicely browned and just cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and cover to keep warm.
• Add 1/2 stick of butter, garlic, red pepper flakes, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the skillet. Sauté garlic for 3 minutes, being careful not to let the garlic burn or become too brown.
• Increase skillet temperature to medium-high then add white wine. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon to emulsify the wine into the butter. Cook and stir for approximately 5 minutes or until the mixture is reduced by half. Remove and set aside 2 tablespoons of pan sauce to use later.
• Add rice to skillet then stir and cook for 3-4 minutes or until rice starts to brown slightly. Add chicken broth and remaining 1 teaspoon of salt.
• Bring mixture to a low boil then reduce heat to medium-low, cover pan then cook for 20 minutes or until rice is tender. Stir once or twice the first 15 minutes of cooking but not more than that.
• Sprinkle parmesan over rice then arrange chicken tenders in skillet over rice. Drizzle reserved 2 tablespoons of pan sauce over chicken tenders. Cover, remove from heat then let stand for 5 minutes.
• Garnish dish with more parmesan and chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

If you don't have white wine, you can substitute with chicken broth or lemon juice.

For a healthier option, you can use brown rice instead of white rice.

Make sure to cover the pan while cooking the rice to ensure it cooks evenly.

If the pan sauce becomes too thick while reducing, you can add a splash of chicken broth to thin it out.

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