Southern Chicken Scampi with Creamy Parmesan Grits | June 26, 2025

Garlicky Southern Chicken Scampi Over Buttery Parmesan Grits

Ingredients:
For the Chicken Scampi:
1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 shallot, minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
Juice of 1 lemon
Zest of 1 lemon
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Creamy Parmesan Grits:
1 cup stone-ground grits
4 cups water or chicken broth
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter
Salt and black pepper, to taste

 

Directions:

 

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