Chicken Scampi

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Description

This Chicken Scampi recipe is a delicious meal that's perfect for when you just need a couple of servings. It can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.

Ingredients
  • 4 ounces uncooked linguine
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped seeded tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
  • grated parmesan cheese
Directions
  1. Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and olive oil; cook the onion and garlic until tender. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper; add to skillet. Cook until a thermometer reaches 165°, 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove chicken and keep warm.
  2. In the same skillet, combine the tomato, lemon juice and parsley; heat through. Drain linguine; toss with tomato mixture. Top with chicken and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.