Chicken Scampi Creamy Garlic Rice (Print-Friendly Format)

Tender chicken with creamy garlic rice, Parmesan, and a buttery scampi glaze for a luscious, satisfying dinner.

# Ingredients List:

→ Main

01 - 680 g chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
03 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
05 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
06 - 2 cups (480 ml) chicken broth
07 - 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
08 - 1 cup (90 g) grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 1 cup (185 g) jasmine or long grain white rice
10 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

11 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
12 - 1 tablespoon diced red chili (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Pat chicken pieces dry and season with Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper, salt, and black pepper.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken pieces until golden and fully cooked, then remove from skillet and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon butter. Sauté minced garlic until aromatic, about 30 seconds.
04 - Add rice to the skillet and stir to coat in butter and garlic. Toast for 1–2 minutes until slightly translucent.
05 - Pour in chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook over low heat for 15–18 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
06 - Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If necessary, adjust consistency with a splash of broth.
07 - In a separate pan, melt a small amount of butter. Add garlic, crushed red pepper, and parsley. Add the seared chicken, stirring to thoroughly coat with aromatic butter.
08 - Plate the creamy garlic Parmesan rice and arrange glazed chicken on top. Drizzle with pan sauce and garnish with parsley and diced red chili if desired.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Briefly toasting the rice before adding broth builds deeper flavor and prevents mushiness.
02 - Restore creamy consistency with a splash of broth or cream if reheating.
03 - For added brightness, finish with a squeeze of lemon juice just before serving.

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