Description
This Chicken Scampi with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Rice is a one-skillet meal featuring golden, seasoned chicken atop rich, lemony garlic-Parmesan rice. It’s cozy, creamy, and full of flavor—perfect for both busy weeknights and special dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Zest of ½ lemon
- 1½ cups long-grain white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook chicken until golden and cooked through, 6–8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice and zest to deglaze the pan.
- Add rice and stir to coat with garlic-lemon mixture. Toast for 1–2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18–20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until creamy and smooth.
- Return chicken to skillet and stir gently to combine. Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Use shrimp instead of chicken for a seafood version.
- Add sautéed spinach, asparagus, or sun-dried tomatoes for extra veggies.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter version.
- A splash of white wine after garlic adds depth.
- Use fresh grated Parmesan for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
