Hi, Easy Chicken Scampi Recipe @jjackeeeKooKz

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat content.

white wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Chicken broth provides flavor without alcohol.

parmesan cheese

💰Cheaper: pecorino cheese

Pecorino is often less expensive and offers a similar taste.

chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are cheaper and juicier.

Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted.

Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Season chicken breast with salt and black pepper, then add to the skillet.

Cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.

Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

Deglaze the skillet with white wine, scraping up any browned bits.

Add lemon juice and chicken broth, stirring to combine.

Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it reduce slightly, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in red pepper flakes and capers, then return the chicken to the skillet.

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.

Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.

Drain spaghetti and toss with the chicken and sauce in the skillet.

Finish with chopped parsley, lemon zest, and grated parmesan cheese before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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