Description
This Garlic Parmesan Chicken Scampi recipe features tender chicken tenderloins sautéed to perfection and served atop flavorful, buttery white rice infused with garlic, white wine, and chicken broth. Finished with a generous sprinkling of fresh Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of a rich garlic butter sauce, it’s a comforting, restaurant-quality meal that’s easy to make in a single skillet.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 1 lb chicken tenderloins
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Sauce
- 1 stick butter (1/2 cup)
- 2 tbsp minced fresh garlic
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (such as chardonnay, pinot grigio, or sauvignon blanc)
- 3 1/2 cups chicken broth
Rice
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked white rice
Other
- 1/2 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken tenderloins evenly with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sauté the chicken until cooked through and lightly browned on both sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about one minute. Stir in the red pepper flakes and salt. Pour in the white wine and chicken broth, then simmer to reduce the sauce slightly. Reserve about 2 tablespoons of this sauce for finishing the dish, then keep the remainder in the skillet.
- Cook the rice: Add the uncooked rice to the skillet with the sauce and stir briefly to coat the grains. Add additional chicken broth as required (total 3 1/2 cups including wine and broth) and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook gently until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid, about 15-20 minutes.
- Finish the dish: Once the rice is cooked, sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the top and place the cooked chicken pieces on the rice. Drizzle the reserved sauce evenly over the chicken and rice. Cover the skillet and let it stand for a few minutes to allow flavors to meld. Garnish with additional Parmesan and chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh minced garlic for the best and most vibrant flavor.
- To substitute for white wine, mix 1 tablespoon lemon juice with extra chicken broth to maintain acidity and flavor.
- Shrimp can be used instead of chicken for a seafood variation.
- Preferred white wine choices include chardonnay, pinot grigio, or sauvignon blanc for optimal taste.
