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Chicken Scampi Recipe

Chicken Scampi

  • Author: Crystal
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Experience the bright, buttery flavors of this classic Chicken Scampi, featuring tender chicken, garlic, white wine, lemon, and fresh spinach tossed with al dente pasta. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that feels restaurant‑quality.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces whole wheat angel hair pasta (or your favorite plain or gluten‑free pasta)
  • 24 ounces chicken breasts, from 3 boneless skinless breasts
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil spray
  • 2 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • ¾ cup dry white wine, or broth
  • ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or more to taste
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 3 tablespoons chopped parsley, plus more for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions, drain, and set aside.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil spray in a large skillet over medium‑high heat and cook the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 5‑6 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon butter and the sliced garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. Deglaze with the white wine, scraping up browned bits, and add the red pepper flakes; simmer until reduced by half.
  5. Stir in lemon juice, cherry tomatoes, and baby spinach; cook until the spinach wilts.
  6. Return the chicken to the pan, add the remaining butter and chopped parsley, and toss to combine. Serve the scampi over the pasta.

Notes

Tip: For a lighter version, use olive oil instead of butter and substitute zucchini noodles for pasta. This dish pairs well with a crisp white wine. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat gently to preserve texture.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: B
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (approx 2 cups)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 50 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 120 mg

Keywords: chicken scampi, pasta, lemon, garlic, white wine

Find it online: https://crystalrecipes.com/chicken-scampi-recipe/