Chicken Scampi Garlic Parmesan Rice (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/8 teaspoon black pepper
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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Juice of 1 lemon
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Zest of ½ lemon
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1½ cups long-grain white rice
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3 cups chicken broth
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½ cup heavy cream
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
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Extra lemon wedges, for serving
# Steps to Follow:
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In a large deep skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until golden and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
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In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add minced garlic. Saute for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the lemon juice and zest.
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Add uncooked rice to the skillet and stir to coat in the garlic-lemon mixture. Toast for 1-2 minutes.
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Pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover the skillet and simmer for 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
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Once the rice is cooked, stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
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Transfer the rice and chicken to a plate. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with extra lemon wedges on the side.
# Additional Notes:
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For an extra citrusy flavor, squeeze additional lemon juice over the plated dish.