Asiago Tortelloni Alfredo with Grilled Chicken (Copycat Olive Garden Recipe)
Best Asiago Tortelloni Alfredo – This copycat Olive Garden recipe includes cheesy pasta in a rich and creamy homemade Alfredo sauce, topped with tender grilled chicken and crispy breadcrumbs.
Why We Love This Recipe
There’s nothing better than enjoying your go-to restaurant dishes from the comfort of home! We aren’t just talking about frozen potato skins, people… Like our copycat Cheesecake Factory Steak Diane and Panda Express Orange Chicken, this Olive Garden Asiago Tortelloni Alfredo with Grilled Chicken recipe is a copycat favorite that is surprisingly easy to make “from scratch.”
Here is a simple pasta dish that has lots of delicious comforting flavor, but uses convenient ingredients that are readily available at most grocery stores. Refrigerated stuffed cheese tortelloni (or the smaller tortellini) and pre-sliced chicken cutlets make prep a breeze! And the dish is basically foolproof, thanks to ready-to-use pasta.
It thankfully is very fast to make, too. Because you know everyone is going to want this on the table ASAP! Asiago Tortellini Alfredo is ready to serve in only 30 minutes for a truly crowd-pleasing meal any night of the week.
Ingredients You Need
- Refrigerated asiago cheese tortelloni – or cheese tortellini
- Skinless chicken breast – thin pre-sliced cutlets are great to save time
- Half and half – for that iconic rich Alfredo sauce (or heavy cream)
- Asiago cheese – shredded and divided
- Parmesan cheese – shredded
- Butter – unsalted (or olive oil)
- Panko – for the crispiest breadcrumb topping
- Italian seasoning – try our Homemade Italian Seasoning blend
- Flour – to make a thick and creamy sauce
- Spices – garlic powder, salt, and black pepper
Pro Tip: Refrigerated tortelloni can be a little tricky to find, and some stores only offer it in various flavors. Just look for one that has asiago cheese in it, even if it’s blended with other cheeses and even meat. If you cannot find tortelloni, buy the refrigerated asiago tortellini instead! They’re very similar, just a little smaller.
How to Make Olive Garden Asiago Tortelloni Alfredo
Set out a large 14-inch oven-safe sauté pan or saucepan, and a large 6-quart sauce pot. Fill the sauce pot half full with water and add a large pinch of salt. Set over the stovetop and bring to a boil for the pasta.
Meanwhile, sprinkle the four thin chicken cutlets with a generous amount of salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning on all sides.
Place the large sauté pan over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the sauté pan. Set a holding plate to the side for when the chicken is finished cooking. Once the butter has melted, place the four chicken cutlets in the skillet and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes per side. (You can also cook the chicken on the grill if you prefer.)
Once fully cooked, move the chicken cutlets to the holding plate. Cover with foil to keep warm.
Wipe the skillet out with a paper towel. Then add the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter and 1 teaspoon of flour. As the butter melts, whisk well to create a very loose roux for thickening the Alfredo sauce. Pour in the half-and-half, followed by 1/2 cup of asiago cheese, 3/4 cup of Parmesan cheese, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder. Lower the heat to medium-low and stir until the cheese melts into the half-and-half.
Allow the mixture to thicken, but do NOT allow it to boil, or it will start to separate. Keep the temperature low.
Meanwhile, once the water starts to boil, stir the refrigerated tortelloni into the water. Cook according to the package instructions, making sure to remove the tortelloni at al dente so it is not too soft.
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Once the tortelloni is cooked, use a skimmer to scoop them out of the boiling water and place them directly in the Alfredo sauce. Turn the heat off both burners, and stir to coat the tortellini and sauce.
Taste the pasta and salt and pepper as needed.
Place the chicken cutlets on a cutting board. Slice them into thin strips and arrange the chicken pieces over the top of the tortellini in the sauté pan.
Sprinkle the top of the chicken with the remaining ½ cup of asiago cheese and 2 tablespoons of Panko breadcrumbs.
Place the sauté pan on the top rack of the oven and set the oven on broil.
Watch carefully, broiling the top of the chicken only long enough so the cheese is melted, and the breadcrumbs are golden, 1 to 3 minutes. Carefully remove the pan from the oven and serve hot.
Serving Suggestions
When you think of Olive Garden Asiago Tortellini Alfredo with Grilled Chicken you of course think about never-ending breadsticks and salad…
While they might be finite in number, our Homemade Breadsticks are just as good if not better than the OG classic! And we love a simple salad with crisp romaine lettuce and a generous side of Italian or Greek dressing to go along with this asiago tortellini Alfredo.
As far as veggies go, another great idea is roasted veggies to add some color and extra nutrition to your meal! Try pairing your pasta with roasted broccoli, roasted asparagus or a rainbow roasted vegetable salad!
Want to have the complete restaurant experience? Turn this meal into a feast by serving the pasta with bowls of Olive Garden Minestrone Soup!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is tortellini pasta made of?
Like nearly all Italian noodles, tortelloni and tortellini are made with a combination of wheat flour and egg. What makes these special is that the pasta is stuffed with a bit of ricotta and parmesan cheeses (or other fillings) and folded into a unique shape.
Can you make this a vegetarian recipe?
Yes, you can easily make this a vegetarian Asiago Tortellini Alfredo recipe! Omit the chicken and just sprinkle on the Panko and cheese, then broil per the recipe.
How long do leftovers last?
Leftovers aren’t quite as luscious and lovely, but they are still super delicious! Let the baked Alfredo dish cool, then transfer it to an airtight container and keep it in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
Can I freeze Chicken Alfredo?
This does freeze rather well! You can freeze the tortellini Alfredo before or after baking. Transfer to a freezer-safe container – I suggest a disposable aluminum pan that can go straight from the freezer to oven. Then wrap in a layer of aluminum foil as well. Freeze for up to 3 months.
To bake from frozen: Cover the pan with aluminum foil and bake in a 350-degree F oven for 40 minutes. Remove the foil, and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until heated throughout. Broil for the last few minutes to finish.
Looking for More Crowd-Pleasing Pasta Recipes? Be Sure to Also Try:
- Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake
- Gemelli Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
- Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta
- Pesto Chicken Tortellini
- Chicken Piccata Pasta
Asiago Tortelloni Alfredo with Grilled Chicken Recipe + VIDEO
Ingredients
- 18-20 ounces refrigerated asiago cheese tortelloni or tortellini!
- 1 pound chicken breast cutlets 4 pieces
- 2 cups half and half
- 1 cup shredded asiago cheese divided
- ¾ cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 4 tablespoons butter divided
- 2 tablespoons panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoons all-purpose flour or cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Set out a large 14-inch oven-safe sauté pan, and a large 6-quart sauce pot. Fill the sauce pot half full with water and add a large pinch of salt. Set over the stovetop and bring to a boil for the pasta.
- Meanwhile, sprinkle the four thin chicken cutlets with a generous amount of salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning on all sides.
- Place the large sauté pan over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the sauté pan. Set a holding plate to the side for when the chicken is finished cooking. Once the butter has melted, place the four chicken cutlets in the skillet and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes per side. (You can also cook the chicken on the grill if you prefer.) Once fully cooked, move the chicken cutlets to the holding plate. Cover with foil to keep warm.
- Wipe the skillet out with a paper towel. Then add the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter and 1 teaspoon of flour. As the butter melts, whisk well to create a very loose roux for thickening the alfredo sauce. Pour in the half-and-half, followed by 1/2 cup of asiago cheese, 3/4 cup of Parmesan cheese, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder. Lower the heat to medium-low and stir until the cheese melts into the half-and-half. Allow the mixture to thicken, but Do NOT allow it to boil, or it will start to separate. Keep the temperature low.
- Meanwhile, once the water starts to boil, stir the refrigerated tortelloni into the water. Cook according to the package instructions, making sure to remove the tortelloni at al dente so it is not too soft.
- Once the tortelloni is cooked, use a skimmer to scoop the tortelloni out of the boiling water and place it directly in the Alfredo sauce. Turn the heat off both burners, and stir to coat the tortellini and sauce. Taste the pasta and salt and pepper as needed.
- Place the chicken cutlets on a cutting board. Slice them into thin strips and arrange the chicken pieces over the top of the tortellini in the sauté pan. Sprinkle the top of the chicken with the remaining ½ cup of asiago cheese and 2 tablespoons of Panko breadcrumbs. Place the sauté pan on the top rack of the oven and set the oven on broil. Watch carefully, broiling the top of the chicken only long enough so the cheese is melted, and the breadcrumbs are golden, 1 to 3 minutes. Carefully remove the pan from the oven and serve hot.
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This is my go-to at Olive Garden, when I saw your recipe I knew I had to try it. It was so easy to put together and so delicious.
Thank you for sharing this amazing copycat recipe! I think this was even better than the original, my family couldn’t get enough of it!
This grilled chicken tortelloni with alfredo sauce recipe is so yummy. It is also incredibly easy to eat. Great flavor and may just be better than Olive Garden’s!
This is literally my go to Olive Garden recipe and I am super excited that I can now make it at home! When it left the menu for a little while I literally didnt know what to do or what to order, you are saving my life if it ever disappears again!