Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Scampi
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Scampi, featuring tender chicken sautéed in a creamy garlic butter sauce. With a hint of lemon and fresh parsley, this dish is perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy family dinner or an elegant gathering. Impress your guests with this easy-to-follow recipe that brings the taste of Italy right to your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil and half the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden brown on both sides; set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping the bottom of the pan. Let simmer for 5 minutes before adding heavy cream.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet, stirring to combine and heat through. Add chopped parsley just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg