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Chicken Scampi with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Rice

Chicken Scampi with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Rice is a rich, comforting dish made with tender diced chicken breast simmered in a buttery garlic Parmesan sauce and served over creamy, cheesy rice. This easy dinner combines the flavors of creamy garlic chicken pasta and garlic butter chicken pasta without using pasta, making it a satisfying twist on classic creamy chicken pasta recipes. Perfect for lazy dinners, lunch ideas, easy iftar recipes, or cozy comfort food meals, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor in under 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts diced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • For the Creamy Garlic Parmesan Rice:
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup milk or light cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook the Rice:
  2. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in rice and toast lightly for 1–2 minutes. Add chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 15–18 minutes. Once tender, stir in milk and Parmesan cheese until creamy.
  3. Cook the Chicken:
  4. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken breast, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5–7 minutes until golden and fully cooked.
  5. Prepare the Garlic Cream Sauce:
  6. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds. Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 2–3 minutes. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  7. Assemble:
  8. Spoon creamy garlic Parmesan rice into bowls. Top with chicken scampi and drizzle extra sauce over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan if desired.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for best melting and flavor.
Do not overcook the chicken to keep it juicy.
Substitute brown rice for added fiber.
For lighter creamy pasta texture, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.