Description
Chicken Scampi is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring tender chicken breast sautéed in a garlicky butter sauce with white wine and chicken broth, served over perfectly cooked linguine or spaghetti. This recipe delivers a delicious, restaurant-quality meal that’s ready in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
Sauce
- 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; drain and set aside.
- Melt butter: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat to prepare for sautéing.
- Sauté garlic: Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute, releasing its aroma.
- Cook chicken: Add the sliced chicken breast to the skillet and cook until browned and fully cooked through, ensuring no pink remains.
- Add liquids: Pour in the chicken broth and white wine, bringing the mixture to a simmer to develop the sauce.
- Season and add herbs: Stir in the chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat the noodles evenly with the sauce and chicken.
- Serve: Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh parsley if desired for a burst of color and freshness.
Notes
- Use dry white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio for the best flavor.
- For a lighter dish, substitute butter with olive oil.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety.
- Fresh parsley can be substituted with basil or oregano for a different herb flavor.
