Description
Chicken Scampi is a delicious and flavorful dish featuring tender sliced chicken breast cooked in a garlic butter sauce with white wine and chicken broth, tossed with linguine or spaghetti, and garnished with fresh parsley. This easy-to-make recipe delivers a perfect balance of rich and savory flavors in just under 40 minutes.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Sauce
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Pasta
- 1 lb linguine or spaghetti
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Cook the linguine or spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well and set aside to keep warm.
- Melt Butter: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, preparing the base for the flavorful sauce.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for about 1 minute until it becomes fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook Chicken: Add the sliced chicken breast to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on both sides and cooked through, approximately 6-8 minutes.
- Add Liquids: Pour in the chicken broth and white wine, increasing the heat to bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to blend the flavors and slightly reduce the sauce.
- Season and Add Parsley: Stir in the chopped fresh parsley, and season with salt and pepper to your taste preference.
- Toss Pasta: Add the cooked pasta directly to the skillet with the sauce and chicken, tossing well to coat evenly and absorb the savory flavors of the sauce.
- Serve: Serve the chicken scampi hot, optionally garnished with additional fresh parsley for a bright, herby finish.
Notes
- Use dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio for the best flavor.
- Make sure to not overcook the chicken to keep it tender and juicy.
- For a lighter dish, substitute half the butter with olive oil.
- Gluten-free pasta can be used as a substitute if needed.
- Fresh parsley adds brightness—don’t skip it!
