Description
Chicken Scampi is a delightful dish that combines succulent chicken, aromatic garlic, and a touch of white wine, creating a rich and buttery sauce. Served with perfectly cooked pasta, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. It’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings family and friends together around the table. With vibrant colors and irresistible flavors, Chicken Scampi promises to impress everyone at your dinner gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz linguine or fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Sauté Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Make Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add Wine and Seasonings: Pour in white wine and simmer for 3-4 minutes. Add lemon juice and red pepper flakes.
- Combine: Return chicken to the skillet along with cooked pasta. Toss to coat evenly in the sauce, simmer for an additional minute.
- Garnish & Serve: Top with chopped parsley before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg