This Chicken Scampi recipe is a delightful and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken with a savory garlic and white wine sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
20min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 4 chicken breast halves
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 3 cloves garlic
- 0.5 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup white wine
Directions
Step 1
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Add the chicken breast halves and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
Step 3
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 4
Pour in the white wine, lemon juice, and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
Step 5
Return the chicken to the skillet and cook, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
Step 6
Stir in the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter and the chopped parsley. Season with salt and black pepper.
Step 7
Serve the chicken topped with the sauce and sprinkled with grated Parmesan cheese.