Linguini With Chicken Scampi Recipe

Name: Linguini With Chicken Scampi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken, cut into 1 inch pieces; 2 eggs, beaten; 2 cups soft breadcrumbs, i use whole wheat bread; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/3 cup olive oil; 1/2 cup margarine; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1 lb linguine, cooked; 2 tablespoons margarine; 2 -3 teaspoons basil pesto; parmesan cheese, grated

Servings: persons

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken, cut into 1 inch pieces
2 eggs, beaten
2 cups soft breadcrumbs, i use whole wheat bread
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup margarine
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 lb linguine, cooked
2 tablespoons margarine
2 -3 teaspoons basil pesto
parmesan cheese, grated

1
Place beaten eggs in a large baggie and add chicken pieces to coat.
2
In another bowl, mix the bread crumbs with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
3
Add to the chicken pieces and coat with the bread mixture.
4
Preheat a large skillet and add 1/3 cup olive oil.
5
When oil is hot, add the chicken pieces and saute until golden brown.
6
Remove chicken to a bowl and keep warm.
7
Melt 1/2 cup margarine in same skillet.
8
Add garlic, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper; mix well.
9
Place chicken back into skillet and stir to coat with garlic-lemon juice mixture.
10
Cook for 10-15 minutes.
11
Cook linguini per package directions and toss with 2 tablespoons margarine. Add 2-3 teaspoons prepared basil pesto to linguini, if desired, and mix.
12
Spoon chicken over linguini.
13
Sprinkle with shredded Parmesan.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken, cut into 1 inch pieces, 2 eggs, beaten, 2 cups soft breadcrumbs, i use whole wheat bread, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Linguini With Chicken Scampi falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Linguini With Chicken Scampi

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