Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Chicken Scampi, a creamy and elegant dish that brings restaurant-quality dining right to your home. In just 25 minutes, you can create a meal that features tender chicken enveloped in a rich garlic sauce, complemented by vibrant bell peppers and al dente angel hair pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe is sure to impress family and guests alike. The versatility allows for easy swaps—try shrimp or a medley of seasonal vegetables for a personalized touch.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ pounds chicken tenderloins
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 ounces angel hair pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 red onion, sliced into half-moons
- ½ red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- ½ yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- ½ green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, crushed
- ½ cup dry white wine
- ½ cup whipping cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Cook the angel hair pasta according to package instructions, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Dredge chicken tenders in seasoned flour and sear in olive oil until golden brown; set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions and bell peppers, add garlic, then deglaze with white wine.
- Stir in reserved pasta water and cream; mix in Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Toss in cooked pasta and chicken; garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 95mg