Description
Succulent garlic butter chicken scampi delivers Mediterranean coastal flavors straight to your kitchen table. Tender chicken and perfectly sautéed shrimp swim in a rich, herbed butter sauce that promises a delightful dining experience you’ll savor with every delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
Seasonings and Spices:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Liquids and Fats:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) white wine or chicken broth
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) lemon juice
- 1/4 cup (57 grams) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 ounces (340 grams) linguine, cooked
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Generously season chicken strips with salt and pepper to enhance flavor profile.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, approximately 2 minutes.
- Sear chicken strips until golden brown and fully cooked, rotating once, about 5-6 minutes total.
- Transfer chicken to a clean plate, maintaining skillet’s heat and remaining oil.
- Introduce minced garlic to the skillet, stirring rapidly to prevent burning, releasing aromatic notes for 30-45 seconds.
- Deglaze pan with white wine or chicken broth, incorporating lemon juice and red pepper flakes for complexity.
- Simmer liquid ingredients for 2-3 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and slightly reduce.
- Lower heat to minimum and incorporate butter, gently swirling until sauce transforms into a luxurious, creamy consistency.
- Reintroduce cooked chicken to the skillet, carefully coating each piece with the velvety sauce.
- Fold in prepared linguine, ensuring even distribution of sauce and protein.
- Finish dish by sprinkling grated Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley for vibrant presentation.
- Plate immediately and serve with optional lemon wedges for additional brightness.
Notes
- Swap chicken with shrimp or tofu for a protein variety that keeps the dish exciting and adaptable to different dietary preferences.
- Use gluten-free linguine or zucchini noodles to make the recipe celiac-friendly and lower in carbohydrates.
- Control the spice level by adjusting red pepper flakes, allowing everyone from heat-lovers to mild-palate folks to enjoy the dish.
- Enhance the sauce’s richness by adding a splash of cream or using half butter, half olive oil for a lighter version that doesn’t compromise on flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg