{"id":"b5421833-1c02-41e4-b833-ab1b92251ba5","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/b5421833-1c02-41e4-b833-ab1b92251ba5","source_url":"https://fedbysab.com/olive-garden-chicken-scampi/","title":"Olive Garden Chicken Scampi Copycat","description":"Olive Garden Chicken Scampi is a hearty pasta with colorful bell peppers, red onions and crispy chicken tenders. All served in a creamy sauce with lots of fresh herbs and garlic!","servings":6,"servings_text":"6","prep_time":"PT10M","cook_time":"PT20M","total_time":"PT30M","image_url":"https://fedbysab.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Olive-Garden-Chicken-Scampi-Recipe-Best.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"2 tbsp olive oil (or cooking oil of choice)","item":"olive oil","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"or cooking oil of choice"},{"text":"2 lbs chicken tenders (or thinly sliced chicken breast or thighs)","item":"chicken tenders","quantity":2,"unit":"lb","preparation":"or thinly sliced chicken breast or thighs"},{"text":"1 cup flour","item":"flour","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"2 tbsp Italian seasoning","item":"Italian seasoning","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tbsp salt","item":"salt","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tsp black pepper","item":"black pepper","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 lb angel hair pasta (cooked al dente)","item":"angel hair pasta","quantity":1,"unit":"lb","preparation":"cooked al dente"},{"text":"1 tbsp olive oil (or cooking oil of choice)","item":"olive oil","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"or cooking oil of choice"},{"text":"1  red bell pepper (sliced into thin strips)","item":"red bell pepper","quantity":1,"preparation":"sliced into thin strips"},{"text":"1  yellow bell pepper (sliced into thin strips)","item":"yellow bell pepper","quantity":1,"preparation":"sliced into thin strips"},{"text":"1  green bell pepper (sliced into thin strips)","item":"green bell pepper","quantity":1,"preparation":"sliced into thin strips"},{"text":"1  red onion (sliced into thin strips)","item":"red onion","quantity":1,"preparation":"sliced into thin strips"},{"text":"3 tbsp butter","item":"butter","quantity":3,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"5 cloves garlic (minced)","item":"garlic","quantity":5,"unit":"clove","preparation":"minced"},{"text":"1 ½ cup chicken broth (store bought or homemade)","item":"chicken broth","quantity":1.5,"unit":"cup","preparation":"store bought or homemade"},{"text":"1/2 cup dry white wine (or sub with chicken broth)","item":"dry white wine","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup","preparation":"or sub with chicken broth"},{"text":"2/3 cup heavy cream","item":"heavy cream","quantity":0.6666666666666666,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 tsp Italian seasoning","item":"Italian seasoning","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 tsp salt (or to taste)","item":"salt","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"or to taste"},{"text":"Parmesan cheese (grated)","item":"Parmesan cheese","preparation":"grated"},{"text":"Fresh basil (finely chopped)","item":"Fresh basil","preparation":"finely chopped"},{"text":"Fresh parsley (finely chopped)","item":"Fresh parsley","preparation":"finely chopped"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"In a large shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, pepper and Italian seasoning. Mix until evenly combined.","section":"Prepare the Chicken"},{"number":2,"text":"Coat the chicken tenders in the flour mixture, shake off the excess flour.","section":"Prepare the Chicken"},{"number":3,"text":"In a large cast iron skillet or frying pan, add 2 tbsp of oil and heat over medium high heat. Pan fry the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.","section":"Prepare the Chicken"},{"number":4,"text":"As the chicken is cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the angel hair pasta according to package direction until al dente. Reserve one cup of pasta water, drain the pasta and set aside.","section":"Prepare the Pasta and Sauce"},{"number":5,"text":"Wipe the large skillet clean with a paper towel. On medium heat, add 1 tbsp of oil. Add in the sliced peppers and red onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring often.","section":"Prepare the Pasta and Sauce"},{"number":6,"text":"Add the butter and minced garlic to the pan and pan fry for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until all of the vegetables are tender.","section":"Prepare the Pasta and Sauce"},{"number":7,"text":"Pour the wine into the pan and scrape the bottom of the pan to remove any browned bits. Pour in the chicken broth. Cook on medium heat for 2 minutes.","section":"Prepare the Pasta and Sauce"},{"number":8,"text":"Add in the cream, salt and Italian seasoning and bring to a light boil, stirring frequently.","section":"Prepare the Pasta and Sauce"},{"number":9,"text":"Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked pasta. Mix until evenly coated in the sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes. If needed, add in a splash of the reserved pasta water to thicken the sauce.","section":"Prepare the Pasta and Sauce"},{"number":10,"text":"Once the sauce has thickened add the chicken on top of the pasta.","section":"Prepare the Pasta and Sauce"},{"number":11,"text":"Garnish with grated parmesan cheese, chopped fresh basil and parsley. Serve and enjoy!","section":"Prepare the Pasta and Sauce"}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:42:12.320394+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:42:12.320394+00:00"}