Chicken Scampi
A delightful dish combining tender chicken, garlic, and a light white wine sauce served over angel hair pasta, perfect for impressing guests without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 8 oz angel hair pasta
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust for spice level
- to taste Salt and pepper
- to garnish Fresh parsley, chopped
- for serving Lemon wedges
Instructions
Cooking
- Cook the angel hair pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté until fragrant.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Pour in the white wine and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, then add the cooked angel hair pasta. Toss to combine and heat through.
- Serve the chicken over the pasta, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm gently in a skillet or microwave, adding a splash of chicken broth or white wine if needed. For added flavor, marinate the chicken in white wine and garlic for 30 minutes; adjust red pepper flakes for spice; do not overcook the pasta. Try adding vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor, or swap chicken for shrimp for a seafood version.