🍝 A perfect balance of garlicky goodness and creamy comfort, this Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice is both satisfying and simple. Tender chicken is lightly seared, then tossed in a buttery garlic sauce with a hint of lemon, and served over a rich, cheesy garlic Parmesan rice. 🧄✨
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🧾 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
🍗 Chicken Scampi
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced thin
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
• 1 tbsp lemon juice 🍋
• ¼ cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish
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🍚 Garlic Parmesan Rice
• 1½ cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt & pepper to taste
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🔥 Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken Scampi
• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
• Season chicken slices with salt and pepper, then cook for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly golden and cooked through.
• Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
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2. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
• In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add butter.
• Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
• Stir in chicken broth, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese.
• Cook for 2–3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
• Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
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3. Prepare the Garlic Parmesan Rice
• In a small saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
• Sauté garlic until golden, then stir in the cooked rice.
• Add Parmesan cheese, a pinch of salt, and pepper.
• Mix well and keep warm.
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4. Assemble the Dish
• Plate the garlic Parmesan rice as a base.
• Top with the chicken scampi and spoon over the garlicky butter sauce.
• Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or a touch more Parmesan.
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✨ A creamy, garlicky dish that’s as comforting as it is flavorful.
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