Olive Garden Chicken Scampi Copycat
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 - 8 People
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Calories
621 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Olive Garden Chicken Scampi Copycat
Description
Olive Garden Chicken Scampi Copycat combines pan-fried chicken coated with a seasoned flour blend and an aromatic vegetable base of bell peppers and red onion. The angel hair pasta provides a delicate nest for the tender chicken and vibrant vegetables. The sauce, enriched with butter, garlic, chicken broth, white wine, and heavy cream, gently simmers to coat the ingredients, imparting a creamy texture and balanced savory flavors. This dish replicates the traditional Italian-American approach to chicken scampi with a creamy twist.
The peppers and onions sautéed until tender add sweet and slightly crisp notes balancing the richness of the cream sauce and the hearty chicken. The use of angel hair pasta maintains a light mouthfeel beneath the robust sauce. Parmesan cheese, fresh basil, and parsley garnishes bring a finishing touch of sharpness and freshness, enhancing the overall flavor profile.
Serve this dish warm, making it suitable for a comforting dinner or a special occasion meal. It pairs well with simple green salads or crusty bread to complement the creamy pasta. The balance of tender chicken with vibrant vegetables makes it a well-rounded plate.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 tablespoon olive oil (or cooking oil of choice)
- 2 lbs chicken tenderloin or thinly sliced chicken breast or thighs
- 1 cup flour
- 2 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Pasta and Sauce
- 1 lb angel hair pasta (cooked al dente)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or cooking oil of choice)
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced into thin strips)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (sliced into thin strips)
- 1 green bell pepper (sliced into thin strips)
- 1 red onion (sliced into thin strips)
- 3 tablespoon butter
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 ½ cup chicken broth (store bought or homemade)
- ½ cup white wine or sub with chicken broth, dry
- ⅔ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
Garnish
- Parmesan Cheese (grated)
- basil finely chopped, fresh
- parsley finely chopped, fresh
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken
- In a large shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, pepper and Italian seasoning. Mix until evenly combined.
- Coat the chicken tenders in the flour mixture, shake off the excess flour.
- In a large cast iron skillet or frying pan, add 2 tablespoon of oil and heat over medium high heat. Pan fry the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
Prepare the Pasta and Sauce
- As the chicken is cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the angel hair pasta according to package direction until al dente. Reserve one cup of pasta water, drain the pasta and set aside.
- Wipe the large skillet clean with a paper towel. On medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of oil. Add in the sliced peppers and red onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring often.
- Add the butter and minced garlic to the pan and pan fry for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until all of the vegetables are tender.
- Pour the wine into the pan and scrape the bottom of the pan to remove any browned bits. Pour in the chicken broth. Cook on medium heat for 2 minutes.
- Add in the cream, salt and Italian seasoning and bring to a light boil, stirring frequently.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked pasta. Mix until evenly coated in the sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes. If needed, add in a splash of the reserved pasta water to thicken the sauce.
- Once the sauce has thickened add the chicken on top of the pasta.
- Garnish with grated parmesan cheese, chopped fresh basil and parsley. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6- 8 People
Amount Per Serving
Calories 621 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 621kcal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 41g | 82% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 143mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 2002mg | 83% |
| Potassium | 852mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1381IU | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 82mg | 91% |
| Calcium | 88mg | 9% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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