Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Chicken Scampi, a delectable dish that combines tender chicken with a buttery garlic sauce and a hint of lemon. Ideal for both cozy family dinners and entertaining friends, this recipe promises to awaken your taste buds and leave you craving more. Easy to prepare, it pairs beautifully with pasta or crusty bread, making it a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Optional: 8 oz linguine or spaghetti
Instructions
- Gather and prep all ingredients: finely chop garlic and zest the lemon.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (about 6-7 minutes on each side).
- Reduce heat; add minced garlic and butter to the skillet. Stir until fragrant.
- Pour in lemon juice and red pepper flakes; mix well to create the sauce.
- Stir in chopped parsley for freshness. If using pasta, toss it into the pan before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg