MY FAVORITE SCAMPI (SHRIMP OR CHICKEN)

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This recipe cooks in no time, making it perfect for busy weeknights when you want a delicious meal in a hurry. Use refrigerated pasta to have a great dinner on the table in less than 15 minutes! This recipe is great with shrimp, chicken, or some of each! Serve with garlic bread and salad.

Provided by TGirl

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 -4 cloves garlic, minced or crushed
1 (10 ounce) can chicken broth
1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
1 -2 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon dried parsley
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
1 lb chicken, tenderloin strips (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt butter and olive oil in skillet over medium high heat.
  • Add garlic, saute for approximately 30 seconds.
  • Season shrimp (or chicken) with salt and pepper to taste, and add to the pan.
  • Cook shrimp thoroughly, being careful not to overcook, flipping once-cooking time will depend on size of shrimp, but with medium shrimp, cooking time is approximately 5 minutes.
  • If using chicken tenderloins, follow above instructions, adjusting cooking time as needed to thoroughly cook chicken.
  • If using both chicken and shrimp, decrease amounts to 1/2 lb of each.
  • Add chicken first, cook until almost done, then add shrimp, to prevent shrimp from overcooking.
  • Increase heat to high, and add 1/2 to 3/4 of the chicken broth and sprinkle with parsley.
  • Allow broth to heat through, check for seasoning, adding additional salt and pepper if desired.
  • Pour over cooked fettucini or linguini, stir well, and serve with a slice of warm garlic bread and a tossed salad.

Lela alia
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I highly recommend this recipe!


Matthew Malenge
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This scampi recipe is delicious!


zainab alkateeb
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I'm not a fan of seafood, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


King YT
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This scampi recipe is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. The sauce is flavorful and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I served it over rice and it was a delicious and easy meal.


Ahma Nawaz
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I love this scampi recipe! It's so easy to make and the shrimp are always cooked perfectly. I also love the creamy sauce. I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit.


Harold Goin
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This is the best scampi recipe I've ever tried. The sauce is creamy and rich, and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!


Arturo Alvarez
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the scampi and asked for the recipe. It's definitely a new favorite.


amarjargal yhfyyht
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This scampi recipe is delicious! The shrimp are cooked perfectly and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I served it over pasta and it was a hit with my family.


Tajay Cells
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I'm not a fan of seafood, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Ogunrinola Omotayo
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This scampi recipe is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. The sauce is flavorful and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I served it over rice and it was a delicious and easy meal.


Jamol Dember
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I love this scampi recipe! It's so easy to make and the shrimp are always cooked perfectly. I also love the creamy sauce. I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit.


Ogunjobi Imisi
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This scampi recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The shrimp are tender and succulent, and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Gisela Cabrera
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the scampi and asked for the recipe. It's definitely a new favorite.


Iqbal Hassin Same
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This is the best scampi recipe I've ever tried. The sauce is creamy and rich, and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!


Kayla Johnson
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I'm not a huge fan of shrimp, but this recipe changed my mind. The scampi was so flavorful and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.


Ashanti Makosi
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This scampi recipe is a keeper! The shrimp were cooked to perfection and the sauce was divine. I served it over angel hair pasta and it was a hit with my family.