Spicy Chicken Scampi with Cauliflower Rice
Made by Ebony Cierra
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A low-carb, keto-friendly twist on a classic! This Spicy Chicken Scampi is bursting with flavor from garlic, white wine, lemon, and fresh herbs, all served over cauliflower rice for a delicious and healthy meal.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp McCormick Pink Himalayan Salt All Purpose Seasoning
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 small onion or 2 shallots (diced)
- 4-6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (to your spice preference)
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 lemon (juiced)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tbsp basil (chopped)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan (for garnish)
- 1 cup cauliflower rice (for serving)
Directions
- Prep the chicken:
Pat chicken thighs dry and cut into bite-size cubes. - Season:
Drizzle olive oil and season generously with the all-purpose seasoning, onion powder, and smoked paprika. - Cook the chicken:
Sear in a hot skillet until fully cooked, then remove and set aside. - Make the sauce base:
In the same skillet, add diced onions or shallots and sauté until translucent. Add minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper, and a splash more olive oil if needed. - Deglaze:
Pour in the dry white wine, scraping up any brown bits. Let simmer for 1–2 minutes. - Brighten it up:
Add lemon juice, zest, fresh parsley, and basil. Simmer until fragrant. - Finish:
Stir in butter until melted. Let it thicken a bit for more body to the sauce. - Serve up:
Add the chicken back in and mix everything together. Serve over cauliflower rice and garnish with freshly grated Parmesan.
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