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Lemon Garlic Chicken Scampi

Lemon Garlic Chicken Scampi

Cook this easy Lemon Garlic Chicken Scampi in 25 minutes! Tender chicken in a creamy, garlicky lemon sauce served over pasta. Your new favorite weeknight dinner recipe.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 tbsp butter divided
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions for garnish
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
  • to serve Cooked fettuccine pasta

Equipment

  • Large deep skillet or sauté pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Chef's knife and cutting board
  • Citrus juicer (or strong hands)
  • Pot for boiling pasta

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, toss chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and flour. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook until golden brown. Remove chicken to a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter and add minced garlic. Cook until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for a minute.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. Stir in fresh lemon juice, then add chicken back into the skillet and toss everything together.
  7. Turn off the heat and add shredded mozzarella cheese, stirring until melted.
  8. Serve immediately over cooked fettuccine pasta and garnish with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 23gCholesterol: 155mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh lemon juice instead of bottled. Consider adding a teaspoon of lemon zest for extra zing. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently, adding a splash of broth or cream to loosen the sauce. Feel free to swap ingredients based on what you have on hand, such as using shrimp instead of chicken or different pasta shapes.
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