Garlic Parmesan Chicken Scampi (Printer-Friendly Version)
Juicy chicken strips in garlic butter sauce served atop creamy Parmesan-rich rice for a comforting meal.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Chicken
01 -
450 g chicken breasts, sliced into strips
→ Sauce
02 -
4 cloves garlic, minced
03 -
30 ml extra virgin olive oil
04 -
28 g unsalted butter
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30 ml fresh lemon juice
06 -
180 ml low sodium chicken broth
07 -
50 g freshly grated Parmesan cheese
08 -
60 ml heavy cream (full fat)
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2.5 ml crushed red pepper flakes
→ Rice
10 -
200 g long grain rice (jasmine or basmati)
11 -
250 ml low sodium chicken broth
→ Seasonings and Garnish
12 -
5 g kosher salt
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2.5 g freshly cracked black pepper
14 -
10 g fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 -
Season the chicken strips evenly with kosher salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes on all sides.
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Heat 15 ml olive oil and 14 g butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding, turning each piece until golden brown on all sides. Transfer seared chicken to a plate.
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Reduce heat to medium-low and add remaining butter to the skillet. Stir in minced garlic and cook gently for about one minute until fragrant. Add lemon juice and 120 ml chicken broth, scraping the pan with a wooden spoon to loosen browned bits. Simmer until the sauce reduces slightly and develops a glossy texture.
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In a separate saucepan, combine the rice and remaining 250 ml chicken broth. Cover and cook over low heat for 15 to 20 minutes until rice is tender and fluffy. Fluff with a fork once cooked.
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Stir the heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese into the hot rice until fully incorporated and creamy. Season to taste as needed.
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Return the seared chicken to the skillet with the garlic butter sauce. Toss gently over low heat for 2 to 3 minutes allowing the chicken to soak up the flavors.
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Serve the creamy Parmesan rice on plates, topping generously with the garlic butter chicken. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and additional Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.
# Handy Cooking Tips:
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For best results, sear chicken in batches to prevent steaming. Use freshly grated Parmesan for optimal melt and flavor. Gently cook garlic to avoid bitterness.