Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice

Instructions:

1. Slice chicken breasts into strips and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
3. Add garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet and stir for 1 minute to coat the chicken. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Stir in rice and toast lightly for 1–2 minutes before pouring in the chicken broth.
6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
7. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese. Season with salt to taste.
8. Serve the cooked chicken over a bed of garlic parmesan rice. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Variations :

• Swap chicken for shrimp to make a seafood-style scampi.
• Add steamed broccoli or sautéed spinach to the rice for a veggie boost.
• Stir in a splash of white wine along with the garlic for an elevated flavor.

Tips :

• If your skillet allows, make the rice in the same pan after cooking the chicken to capture all those browned bits and deepen the flavor.
• Don’t skip toasting the rice—it enhances its nuttiness and makes the final dish more aromatic.
• Double the rice for meal prep or leftovers—it reheats well and pairs with other proteins, too.

This Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice is proof that a simple meal can still be indulgent, rich, and bursting with flavor.