Description
Olive Garden’s Asiago Tortelloni Alfredo with Grilled Chicken delivers a creamy, luxurious Italian-inspired feast packed with rich flavors. Cheesy pasta and tender chicken create a comforting meal that satisfies deep hunger while bringing restaurant-quality dining straight to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups asiago tortelloni
- 8 oz grilled chicken breast
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup butter
Sauce Components:
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
Garnish and Extras:
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare a large pot of salted water and bring to a rolling boil at high heat, ensuring enough space for the tortelloni to cook evenly.
- Carefully submerge the asiago tortelloni into the boiling water, stirring gently to prevent sticking, and cook for 8-9 minutes until pasta reaches al dente texture.
- While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high temperature, seasoning the chicken breast with salt and black pepper before grilling until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove chicken from heat and let rest, then slice into thin, diagonal strips for optimal presentation and even distribution.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant and lightly golden, approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and gradually pour heavy cream into the garlic-butter mixture, stirring continuously to create a smooth, consistent base.
- Sprinkle parmesan cheese into the sauce, whisking constantly to prevent clumping and achieve a creamy, velvety consistency.
- Drain tortelloni completely, then gently fold the pasta into the alfredo sauce, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated.
- Transfer the sauced tortelloni to serving plates, artfully arranging the grilled chicken strips on top.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and a light dusting of red pepper flakes for a vibrant, zesty finish.
Notes
- Boost pasta texture by salting water generously and maintaining a rolling boil, which helps tortelloni cook evenly and absorb subtle seasoning.
- Check chicken doneness using a meat thermometer to ensure perfectly cooked, juicy protein without drying out the meat during grilling.
- Create a silky alfredo sauce by gradually adding cheese and whisking consistently, preventing separation and achieving a luxurious, smooth consistency.
- Customize the dish for dietary needs by substituting heavy cream with coconut cream, using gluten-free tortelloni, or replacing chicken with grilled tofu for vegetarian options.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 800
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 25 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 70 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg