Scampi Style Chicken Thighs
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these irresistible Scampi Style Chicken Thighs, a perfect fusion of comfort and elegance. This quick and flavorful recipe swaps traditional shrimp scampi for tender, golden-brown chicken thighs, creating a dish that’s sure to impress. The luscious scampi sauce, made from garlic, butter, white wine (or chicken broth), and a splash of fresh lemon juice, perfectly complements the juicy chicken, while a hint of red pepper flakes adds just the right amount of heat. Garnished with vibrant parsley and optional Parmesan cheese, this dish pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the rich, buttery sauce. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-skillet meal is a must-try for busy nights or casual entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Dry white wine or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chicken thighs, smooth side down. Cook for 5-6 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the white wine (or chicken broth) to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes to reduce slightly.
Stir in the fresh lemon juice and red pepper flakes, then return the chicken thighs to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and allow to simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes, ensuring the chicken is well-coated in the sauce.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and, if desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately with your choice of pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful scampi sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2402 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 159.1 g | 204% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.2 g | 306% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 922 mg | 307% | |
| Sodium | 3821 mg | 166% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.7 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 181.3 g | 363% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 817 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1897 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
