Chicken Scampi Garlic Parmesan Rice (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken Scampi

01 - 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons butter
04 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1/2 small yellow bell pepper, diced small
06 - 1 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, to taste
08 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
10 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
11 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

→ Garlic Parmesan Rice

14 - 1 tablespoon butter
15 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
16 - 1 cup long grain white rice
17 - 2 1/4 cups chicken broth, low-sodium
18 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
19 - Salt and pepper, to taste
20 - Fresh parsley, for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - In a medium saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the rice and toast it for 1-2 minutes.
02 - Add chicken broth to the pan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
03 - Remove the pot from heat. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper. Keep covered and set aside.
04 - While the rice cooks, heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
05 - Add the minced garlic, yellow bell peppers, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the peppers are softened and garlic is fragrant.
06 - Squeeze in the lemon juice and toss everything together. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
07 - Spoon the garlic Parmesan rice onto plates and top with the chicken scampi mixture. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and extra Parmesan.