Creamy Chicken Scampi with Linguine

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Creamy Chicken Scampi with Linguine.

1. Step 1

   Start by bringing a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil.

2. Step 2

   Once boiling, add the linguine and cook it until it's tender yet still has a delightful bite, which should take about 11 minutes.

3. Step 3

   After cooking, drain the pasta and set it aside, letting it rest while you prepare the rest of the dish.

4. Step 4

   In a skillet, melt some butter and add a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

5. Step 5

   Toss in the chopped onion, mushrooms, and minced garlic, sautéing them until they soften just a bit, which should take around 2 to 3 minutes.

6. Step 6

   Meanwhile, in another skillet, heat a teaspoon of olive oil and add the chicken.

7. Step 7

   Cook it until it’s no longer pink in the center, which will take about 10 minutes.

8. Step 8

   Once the chicken is cooked, transfer it to the skillet with the onion mixture, allowing those flavors to mingle.

9. Step 9

   Next, pour in the white wine, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.

10. Step 10

    Stir in the diced tomatoes, fresh parsley, and a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little kick.

11. Step 11

    Now, add the drained linguine to the skillet and mix everything together, letting it simmer for another 3 to 5 minutes until everything is heated through and beautifully combined.

12. Step 12

    To finish, squeeze the juice from the lemon halves over the dish and give it a good toss to blend all those vibrant flavors.

13. Step 13

    Enjoy your delicious creation!.