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Olive Garden Chicken Scampi

Olive Garden Chicken Scampi: Creamy Comfort in 30 Minutes

Enjoy a delightful Olive Garden Chicken Scampi recipe, with creamy sauce, pasta, and colorful veggies in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders or thinly sliced chicken breast/thighs
  • 1/2 cup Flour use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning or substitute with dried herbs
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or any cooking oil
  • 1/4 cup Butter or olive oil for dairy-free option
  • 4 cloves Garlic fresh minced
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth homemade or store-bought
  • 1/2 cup Dry White Wine or additional chicken broth
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half for lighter option
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese for garnish; use nutritional yeast for dairy-free option
For the Pasta and Vegetables
  • 8 ounces Angel Hair Pasta gluten-free option available
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers (Red, Yellow, Green) any combination based on preference
  • 1 small Red Onion or shallots for milder flavor
For the Finish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil for garnish; can be omitted
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley for garnish; can be omitted

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • large pot
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Chicken: Mix flour, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning in a shallow dish. Coat each chicken tender with the flour mixture and set aside.
  2. Fry Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken tenders for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Set aside to rest.
  3. Cook Pasta: Bring salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook for 3-4 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  4. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed. Sauté bell peppers and red onion for 4-5 minutes until tender.
  5. Make Sauce: Add butter and minced garlic to skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes then add wine, deglaze, and simmer for 2 minutes. Add chicken broth and simmer.
  6. Combine Ingredients: Stir in heavy cream and remaining seasoning. Mix in the cooked pasta, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
  7. Finish and Serve: Arrange fried chicken on top of pasta. Garnish with Parmesan cheese, basil, and parsley. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 34gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken reaches 165°F. Monitor garlic closely to avoid burning. Reserve enough pasta water for desired sauce consistency. Customize for dietary needs as needed.

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