Can I serve this chicken scampi with a different pasta?

Absolutely. Scampi is traditionally made with angel hair pasta but you can use your favorite pasta of choice. Spaghetti is an easy substitute if you can't find angel hair.

Can I serve this chicken scampi without pasta?

Sure! Try pairing the juicy chicken tenders with a different hearty carb like rice or potatoes.

Can I use a different protein?

For sure! Scampi is often associated with shrimp so I highly recommend using shrimp in place of chicken but you can replace the chicken with any protein. Just be sure to adjust cooking times.

Can I make this chicken scampi gluten-free?

Yes! Simply use a gluten-free pasta and replace the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.

What if I don't have white wine?

If you don't have wine or are avoiding alcohol I'd recommend using chicken broth in place and a little splash of white wine vinegar (if you have) or additional lemon juice for that added acidity.

Can I add vegetables?

Absolutely! I oftentimes pair my chicken scampi with a side salad (I love this simple kale salad ) but if you'd like to stir in some veggies of choice you absolutely can. Bell pepper, tender baby greens or even brussel sprouts would be dlicious.

Copycat Chicken Scampi [Olive Garden!]

Name: Chicken Scampi
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 lb angel hair pasta; 1 1/2 lbs chicken tenders, chopped into bite-sized pieces; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour; 1 tsp salt, divided; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 3 tbsp unsalted butter; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1 large shallot, minced; 1/2 cup dry white wine (pinot grigio or sauvignon blanc are good options); Juice, 1/2 lemon; Optional: 1/2-1 tsp red pepper flakes; 1/2 cup fresh parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped

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Get a restaurant-style dinner on the table in 30 minutes with this delicious and easy chicken scampi recipe. The perfect Olive Garden dupe of angel hair pasta in a garlic butter sauce with white wine and fresh lemon. Don’t forget the juicy chicken pieces!

Author: Davida Lederle
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 6 servings 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Cook
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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1 lb angel hair pasta
1 1/2 lbs chicken tenders, chopped into bite-sized pieces
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt, divided
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
3 tbsp unsalted butter
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 large shallot, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine (pinot grigio or sauvignon blanc are good options)
Juice, 1/2 lemon
Optional: 1/2-1 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 cup fresh parmesan cheese
1/4 cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped

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Instructions

Cook your pasta al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water for later. Strain pasta and set aside.
In a large bowl add your chicken pieces, flour and 1/2 a tsp salt. Toss to fully coat chicken.
Add olive oil to a large pot or skillet over medium heat.
Add your chicken pieces and sear until browned on bottom, about 4 mins, turn and let cook through for another 2 – 3 mins. Remove chicken from pot and set aside.
Add butter to pot and allow to melt over medium heat. Stir in garlic and shallot and cook for 1-2 mins. Watch carefully to ensure it doesn’t burn.
Stir in white wine and deglaze pan.
Add 1/2 cup of reserved pasta water, 1/2 tsp salt and a 1/4 tsp black pepper and allow sauce to cook and reduce for 3-5 mins.
Stir in lemon juice and red pepper flakes (if using).
Lower to medium-low heat and stir in your cooked pasta and chicken and more pasta water if needed (discard remaining if there’s enough sauce to coat pasta).
Sprinkle with fresh parmesan and parsley and serve.

Find it online: https://www.thehealthymaven.com/chicken-scampi/