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Chicken Scampi

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Chicken Scampi is a flavorful, garlicky dish with tender chicken, a buttery white wine and lemon sauce, and a touch of spice. It’s reminiscent of classic shrimp scampi, but with juicy chicken instead of seafood, making it a hearty and comforting meal.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
  • 8 oz pasta (linguine or spaghetti, optional)

Instructions

  1. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. If the chicken breasts are thick, slice them in half horizontally to create thinner cutlets for quicker cooking.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C). Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and golden, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Add white wine (or chicken broth) and chicken broth to the skillet, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes (if using). Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes to reduce slightly.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and spoon some sauce over each piece. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors. If using pasta, toss it in the sauce to coat.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese (if desired). Serve immediately with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.

Notes

For more heat, add extra red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper.For a creamy version, stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream to the sauce.Substitute ground chicken or shrimp for the chicken breasts for variation.For a non-alcoholic version, replace white wine with more chicken broth and add a splash of lemon juice for acidity.

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