Quick Cheap Easy Chicken Scampi Family Friendly Recipe

Craving Olive Garden's Chicken Scampi but short on time and budget? This copycat recipe delivers incredible flavor in just 25 minutes! We've combined the best elements from various recipes to create a simple, delicious dish even picky eaters will love (my 8-year-old devoured it – except for the bell peppers, which he's just not into!). Don't let the ingredient list intimidate you; it's surprisingly easy to whip up this restaurant-quality meal at home. Serve with a fresh green salad and garlic bread for a complete and satisfying dinner.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 477.9 kcal
Protein 58g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Quick Cheap Easy Chicken Scampi Family Friendly

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How to Make Quick Cheap Easy Chicken Scampi Family Friendly

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat until melted.
  2. Add 1 medium bell pepper (sliced), 1/2 medium onion (sliced), 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces), 4 cloves garlic (minced), 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Cook until chicken is cooked through and lightly browned (about 8-10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
  3. Add 1 (16 ounce) package cooked pasta (your favorite shape), 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup, 1/2 can water, and 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Stir to combine.
  4. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  5. Stir in 1/2 cup chopped fresh tomatoes (or 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, oil-packed, drained) before serving.
  6. Serve immediately. Garnish with extra parsley or parmesan cheese (optional). Enjoy with a side of green salad and/or garlic bread!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

20g

Carbs

21g