WW Chicken Scampi

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WW Chicken Scampi with garlic parmesan rice is a variant of a comfort dish that is lighter. It retains all the big tastes but uses skinless chicken, fresh vegetables, and just a small portion of Parmesan so that it can remain weight watchers-friendly. The chicken is roasted and becomes golden and tender. Easy enough to make on a weekday, it is also fancy enough to serve to a family or a small group. WW Chicken Scampi with garlic parmesan rice is highly pleasurable due to the taste combinations. You can make this recipe part of your meal plan and remain on track with your goals with Weight Watchers.

STATS

  • Diet: Weight Watchers friendly
  • Course: Main course
  • Cuisine: Italian American
  • Preparation time: 15 minutes
  • Cooking time: 30 minutes
  • Overall time: 45 minutes
  • Size of serving: 1 plate
  • Makes: 4 servings
  • Skill level: Easy
  • Method: Stovetop

EQUIPMENT

  • Large skillet
  • Medium pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Knife and cutting board

INGREDIENTS

Regarding the Scampi Chicken:

  • One pound of chicken breast that has been thinly sliced
  • A single tablespoon of olive oil
  • One sliced red bell pepper
  • 1 sliced yellow bell pepper
  • One little red onion, cut thinly
  • Three minced garlic cloves
  • One-half teaspoon of optional red pepper flakes
  • Half a teaspoon of Italian spice
  • To taste, add salt and black pepper.
  • Two teaspoons of fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons of freshly chopped parsley

Regarding the Parmesan Garlic Rice:

  • One cup of raw brown rice, often known as white rice
  • Two and a half cups of low-sodium chicken stock
  • Mild butter or one tablespoon of oil from olive
  • Two minced garlic cloves and ¼ cup of grated Parmesan cheese (preferably reduced-fat)
  • To taste, add salt and pepper.

INGREDIENT NOTES

Chicken breast:

  • Lean and full of protein. It is fast-cooking and tender when cut into thin slices.

Bell peppers and onion:

  • They provide natural sweetness, crunch, and colour. They then serve to neutralize the intense taste of garlic.

Garlic:

  • The main flavor of scampi. Use fresh cloves for a bold, rich taste.

Red pepper flakes:

  • Elective, but they provide some warmth. Good if you like spice.

Italian seasoning:

  • A blend of spices that gives the flavor a richer touch and a unified overall ingredient.

Lemon juice:

  • Fresh lemon juice makes the dish bright and leaves it clean and zesty.

Chicken broth:

  • Season the rice with more water than usual. It is healthier with low sodium.

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Add chicken stock and rice to a saucepan.
  2. Heat till it boils. Turn the heat down, cover, and simmer while the rice becomes soft, approximately 20 minutes.
  3. In a pan, heat the oil and fry the rice in it on low fire.
  4. Add the chicken slices. Add Italian flavoring, salt, and pepper for seasoning.
  5. Bake till the color changes to golden brown, 5-6 minutes each side.
  6. Taking away of chicken and its position.
  7. On a similar pan, add onion, bell peppers, and garlic.
  8. Cook them till they are tender and smelling good, 5 minutes.
  9. Re-insert the chicken in the pan.
  10. Stir in red pepper flakes, lemon juice, and parsley.
  11. Combine while all is covered and hot.
  12. In the case of the rice, heat butter in a small pan.
  13. Bake the garlic for one minute till it turns light brown. Add this, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to the cooked rice. Stir until creamy.
  14. Dinner: Served with a big helping of garlic parmesan rice, serve the chicken scampi.
  15. Add additional sprinkled parsley, as desired.

TIPS

  • Trim the chicken into thin and uniform pieces in order to cook quickly and evenly.
  • Place bright peppers to make the plate attractive.
  • To fill the dish, add more veggies such as zucchini or broccoli.
  • Prepare the rice in advance and warm it with garlic and Parmesan in a short time.

STORAGE INFORMATION

Fridge:

  • Keep leftovers in a tight sealed container for the next 3 days.

Freezer:

  • Freeze in small parts for at least 2 months.

FAQS

Will rice be a good substitute for cauliflower rice?

  • Yes. Cauliflower rice reduces calories. Quickly cook it with garlic and Parmesan in the same way.

Is this recipe spicy?

  • Unless you put a pinch of red pepper. Adjust spice to preference.

Can I make this dairy free?

  • Yes. Use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan and olive oil instead of butter.

Is it attainable to make this in advance?

  • Yes. Prepare the rice and chicken separately, and then reheat and put them together when prepared.

Which vegetables are complements to this food?

  • It is good in broccoli, zucchini, or spinach. They give a meal volume and fullness.

NUTRITION

Calories: 345
Protein: 27 g
Carbs: 38 gFat: 9 g
Fiber: 5 g
Sodium: 380 mg
Saturated fat: 2 g
The WW Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice has six (6) points per serving.