Quick Chicken Scampi

Health score
24%
Quick Chicken Scampi
25 min.
4
442kcal

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Are you looking for a quick and delicious meal that will impress your family or guests without spending hours in the kitchen? Look no further than this Quick Chicken Scampi! In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and perfectly cooked linguine, all tossed in a buttery garlic sauce.

This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutrients, making it a fantastic choice for lunch or dinner. The combination of fresh asparagus and roasted red peppers adds a delightful crunch and a burst of color to your plate, while the zesty lemon peel elevates the dish with a refreshing brightness. With each bite, you'll experience a harmonious blend of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this Chicken Scampi is a versatile main course that can be enjoyed by everyone. Plus, with only 442 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. So grab your frying pan and get ready to impress with this quick and satisfying meal that’s sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

  • oz pasta uncooked
  • 1.3 lb chicken breast boneless skinless cut into bite-size pieces
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • tablespoons butter 
  • tablespoons spring onion chopped
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup roasted peppers red drained finely chopped (from 7-oz jar)
  • 0.5 lb asparagus fresh trimmed cut into 2-inch pieces thin
  • 0.8 cup chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
  • teaspoons lemon zest grated

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cook linguine as directed on package. Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the butter over medium-high heat until melted.
  2. Cook chicken in butter 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add onions, garlic, roasted peppers and asparagus; cook 2 to 3 minutes longer, stirring occasionally, until asparagus is crisp-tender and chicken is no longer pink in center. Stir in broth and remaining 1 tablespoon butter; cook until butter is melted.
  4. Drain linguine.
  5. Serve chicken mixture over linguine.
  6. Sprinkle lemon peel over each serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories442kcal
Protein36.15%
Fat21.53%
Carbs42.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
54.5
Glycemic Load
17.55
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
24.819565438706%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
3.23mg
Kaempferol
0.83mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
8.27mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:441.67kcal
22.08%
Fat:10.41g
16.02%
Saturated Fat:4.6g
28.72%
Carbohydrates:46.03g
15.34%
Net Carbohydrates:42.68g
15.52%
Sugar:2.9g
3.22%
Cholesterol:106.65mg
35.55%
Sodium:788.74mg
34.29%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:39.32g
78.65%
Selenium:83.01µg
118.59%
Vitamin B3:16.48mg
82.41%
Vitamin B6:1.23mg
61.6%
Phosphorus:443.23mg
44.32%
Manganese:0.71mg
35.58%
Vitamin K:30.86µg
29.39%
Vitamin B5:2.45mg
24.51%
Potassium:805.44mg
23.01%
Magnesium:77.73mg
19.43%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.16%
Copper:0.34mg
16.85%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16%
Iron:2.67mg
14.83%
Vitamin A:723.71IU
14.47%
Vitamin C:11.27mg
13.66%
Fiber:3.36g
13.43%
Zinc:2.01mg
13.43%
Folate:49.09µg
12.27%
Vitamin E:1.17mg
7.83%
Vitamin B12:0.3µg
5.07%
Calcium:46.58mg
4.66%