Description
Chicken Scampi features tender chicken sautéed in a buttery garlic lemon sauce with white wine and tossed with pasta. This restaurant-quality meal is quick, flavorful, and perfect for any night of the week, combining classic Italian-American flavors in an easy stovetop preparation.
Ingredients
Chicken & Pasta
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 8 ounces angel hair or linguine
Sauce & Seasoning
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup dry white wine (or additional chicken broth)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Finishing Touches
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Prepare the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Season the chicken: Pat the sliced chicken breasts dry, then season with salt and black pepper evenly on all sides.
- Heat the fats: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter together with olive oil, ensuring the fat is hot but not smoking.
- Cook the chicken: Add the seasoned chicken slices to the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes total.
- Add the garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant but not browned.
- Create the sauce: Pour in the chicken broth, white wine (or extra broth), lemon juice, and sprinkle the red pepper flakes, stirring to combine. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 3-4 minutes, reducing slightly.
- Toss pasta in sauce: Add the cooked pasta into the skillet, tossing everything together so the pasta is fully coated with the flavorful sauce.
- Finish and serve: Remove from heat, then sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley over the dish. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Shrimp can be substituted for chicken for a seafood twist on this recipe.
- Add fresh spinach or sliced mushrooms during the sauce simmer for extra vegetables and flavor.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with garlic bread and a crisp green salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
