Chicken Scampi With Garlic Parmesan Rice
Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice is a savory, vibrant dish featuring tender chicken, colorful peppers, and creamy, garlicky rice with a touch of heat and lemony brightness.
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter
- 6 cloves garlic
- 1 small red bell pepper
- 1 small yellow bell pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2¼ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in 1 cup rice and toast for 1–2 minutes until slightly golden.
- Pour in 2¼ cups chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 18–20 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
- Remove from heat. Stir in ½ cup grated Parmesan, season with salt and pepper, cover again, and set aside.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips, season with salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Cook for 4–5 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Add 4 cloves minced garlic, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 1 sliced yellow bell pepper. Cook for 3–4 minutes until the peppers are soft and garlic is aromatic.
- Squeeze in 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Toss everything together and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Spoon garlic Parmesan rice onto plates. Top with chicken and peppers. Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.