Olive Garden Asiago Tortelloni (Printable Version)

Tender tortelloni coated in rich Asiago Alfredo sauce topped with flavorful grilled chicken slices.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Pasta

01 - 1 lb four cheese or chicken tortelloni

→ Grilled Chicken

02 - 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
03 - 2 tbsp avocado or vegetable oil
04 - 1 tsp kosher salt
05 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
06 - ¼ tsp garlic powder
07 - ½ tsp red chili flakes

→ Asiago Alfredo Sauce

08 - 6 tbsp unsalted butter
09 - 1 clove garlic, minced
10 - 1 cup heavy cream (35% fat) or evaporated milk
11 - ¼ tsp black pepper
12 - ½ tsp kosher salt
13 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
14 - ½ cup grated Asiago cheese

→ Garnish

15 - Minced chives or parsley

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Coat chicken breasts with oil, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and red chili flakes. Let rest at room temperature while heating a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Oil grill grates and cook chicken undisturbed for about 5 minutes until it releases easily. Flip and cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove and rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
02 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add tortelloni and cook for 7 to 8 minutes or according to package instructions. Drain thoroughly in a colander.
03 - Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant and softened, about 1 minute. Whisk in heavy cream, kosher salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer, then remove from heat. Gradually stir in grated Parmesan and Asiago cheeses until smooth. Cover and keep warm off the heat.
04 - Add cooked tortelloni to the Alfredo sauce and toss to coat evenly. Adjust seasoning with additional salt if necessary. Divide among six plates and top each with sliced grilled chicken. Garnish with minced chives or parsley before serving.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to avoid dryness. Let chicken rest after grilling to redistribute juices. Evaporated milk can substitute heavy cream for a lighter sauce without curdling.
02 - For even cooking, consider pounding chicken breasts to uniform thickness before grilling.