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    Home » Recipes » Easy Weeknight Dinners

    Olive Garden Tortellini Alfredo with Grilled Chicken

    Last Updated: May 1, 2025 · Published: Mar 28, 2022 · by Seanna Borrows · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. · 10 Comments

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    Olive Garden Asiago Tortelloni Alfredo with Grilled Chicken is a tasty copycat recipe the whole family will love. This cheesy baked pasta has a creamy sauce that is loaded with a blend of Italian cheeses. This much-loved dish is comfort food at its best. So good!

    Olive Garden Asiago Tortelloni Alfredo with Grilled Chicken plated.

    This tasty tortelloni pasta is tossed with our Classic Alfredo Sauce, topped with Asiago cheese, grilled chicken, toasted breadcrumbs, and baked for just a few minutes, until the cheese is melted. Super easy weeknight dinner you can have on the table for dinner tonight in under an hour.

    Be sure not to miss our marinated grilled chicken recipe, German Spaghetti, and other easy weeknight dinners.

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    • Why You'll Love This Recipe
    • Here's What You Need
    • Substitutions
    • Variations
    • Works With These 5 Other Proteins
    • How to Make Olive Garden Tortellini Alfredo
    • Tasty Tips
    • Serving Suggestions
    • How to Reheat Chicken Alfredo
    • More Easy Weeknight Dinners
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    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    This super tasty copycat recipe has all the flavor of Olive Garden Asiago Tortelloni Alfredo with Grilled Chicken but half of the calories as the restaurant version. It’s also so much cheaper to feed your family at home than take your whole crew to a restaurant! Am I right?

    And if you're thinking about the garlic breadsticks that come along with your Olive Garden order, we've got you covered with our homemade Garlic Breadsticks Recipe. They're super easy to make and totally to die for! Who can resist freshly baked, pillowy soft, buttery, garlic-y, delicious homemade breadsticks?

    Secret to this Recipe...is that it works with these 5 other proteins: rotisserie chicken, salmon, leftover steak, pork chops, or pot roast. It's a great recipe to repurpose any leftover meat you have. We love to add leftover pot roast. Its so delish!

    Five buttery garlic breadsticks wrapped in a white and blue striped kitchen towel.

    Here's What You Need

    4 seasoned boneless, skinless chicken breast filets on a white plate.

    Grilled Chicken Ingredients

    • boneless, skinless chicken breasts - fresh and dried off with a paper towel.
    • extra virgin olive oil - or any neutral cooking oil.
    • salt and ground black pepper

    Toasted Breadcrumbs Ingredients

    • extra virgin olive oil - cooking oil will bring down the cooking temperature and prevent the butter from burning.
    • salted butter - gives the toasted breadcrumbs a savory, nutty flavor.
    • Panko breadcrumbs - Japanese Panko breadcrumbs have a larger crumb and tend not to soak up oil as easily as regular breadcrumbs.
    Individual ingredients to make toasted breadcrumbs.

    Tortelloni Alfredo

    • 5 cheese tortelloni - Tortelloni is just a larger version of cheese tortellini. They taste the same.
    • salt for boiling water
    • salted butter
    • heavy whipping cream (heavy cream)
    • grated parmesan cheese (Parmigiano-Reggiano)
    • salt
    • ground black pepper - just a little will do.
    • ground nutmeg - freshly grated nutmeg will bring the best flavor to the Alfredo Sauce.
    Individual ingredients for Olive Garden Asiago Tortelloni Alfredo.

    Topping

    • shredded Asiago cheese - freshly grated Asiago is best. If the shredded Asiago cheese is dried out, as is often the case with pre-shredded cheeses, it will not melt very well and the flavor of the cheese will be dulled.

    See recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

    Substitutions

    chicken thighs - tender chicken that is juicy, and delicious. And they are a less expensive, cost saving chicken cut.

    chicken tenderloins - tender and juicy chicken tenders.

    pasta - Use any type of pasta shape you prefer like: cheese tortellini, ravioli, rotini, gemelli, or penne.

    parmesan - Freshly grated parmesan cheese found at any grocery store deli section may be used instead of Parmigiano-Reggiano. Pecorino or Romano cheese are also good substitutes for parmesan cheese.

    Variations

    Italian Seasoning - Add some spice to this tasty pasta recipe by sprinkling in some spicy Italian Seasoning. Just a sprinkle or two will give this recipe just the right amount of heat. It's easy to make your own by following our simple Italian Seasoning Recipe. It's the perfect add-in to spice up any dish.

    Works With These 5 Other Proteins

    This tasty recipe is totally versatile. You can easily sub in any of these other proteins in place of grilled chicken.

    • grab & go rotisserie chicken
    • salmon
    • leftover ribeye grilled steak
    • pork chops
    • tender & juicy pot roast

    How to Make Olive Garden Tortellini Alfredo

    You can make this tasty copycat Olive Garden Asiago Tortelloni with Grilled Chicken recipe with some fresh chicken and a few pantry staples. We'll show you how.

    Grill The Chicken

    1. Grill Chicken.   Rub olive oil on 4 chicken breasts that have been cut or pounded to an even thickness and season them with salt and pepper on each side. Grill chicken on a grill or in a large skillet for 5-6 minutes on each side to an internal temperature of 165°F. Place chicken on a plate to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Then slice the chicken into strips or bite sized pieces. Set aside.

    Plate of sliced grilled chicken with asiago cheese and toasted bread crumbs in background.

    Make the Bread Crumb Topping

    2. Toast Bread Crumbs.  Heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat until it is very hot. Add breadcrumbs to the hot oil and sauté until golden brown, approximately  3-4 minutes. Transfer the toasted breadcrumbs from the pan a plate lined with paper towels to drain off any excess oil. Set the breadcrumb mixture aside.

    Freshly toasted breadcrumbs in a cast iron skillet.

    Cook The Pasta

    3. Make Tortelloni Pasta.  Bring 5 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 2 tablespoons of salt to the boiling water. Then add Tortelloni to the water. Cook tortelloni according to package directions. As the pasta is cooking, start the sauce. When the tortelloni is done cooking, reserve 1 cup of the salty water and drain the rest. Set both water and cooked tortelloni aside.

    Make The Sauce

    4. Make the Alfredo Sauce.  Place cold butter and heavy cream in a medium sauce pan. Bring cream and butter up to a boil over medium heat. Stirring continuously, boil the cream and butter for 1 minute or until sauce has thickened a little bit.

    Turn off the heat and the grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, salt, ground pepper, and ground nutmeg. Stir together until the cheese has melted and becomes a smooth and creamy Alfredo sauce.

    Use a little of the reserved pasta water to thin out the Alfredo Sauce if it is too thick.

    Cheesy Alfredo Sauce in a pan with a whisk dripping with sauce.

    Toss Together and Bake

    5. Toss in the Cooked Tortelloni.  Add the reserved cooked tortelloni.

    Tri-colored Tortelloni spooned onto Alfredo Sauce in a pan ready to be stirred together.

    6. Prepare Dish for Oven.  Tortelloni Alfredo Layer: Place the Tortelloni Alfredo in the bottom of a large baking dish or portioned out into individual baking dishes. Grilled Chicken Layer:  Put a layer of sliced grilled chicken over the tortelloni layer. Asiago Layer:  Sprinkle grated Asiago cheese over the top of the tortelloni and grilled chicken. Breadcrumb Layer:  Sprinkle toasted breadcrumbs over the top. The crispy panko breadcrumbs add a little texture that compliments the smooth alfredo sauce.

    Tortelloni tossed with Alfredo Sauce in a baking dish with a plate of grilled chicken, bread crumbs and asiago cheese in background.

    7. Bake.  Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted.

    Whole recipe of Olive Garden Tortelloni Alfredo with grilled chicken in a baking dish.

    Tasty Tips

    Double the Alfredo Sauce ingredients (but don't add extra tortelloni) to make it extra creamy and saucy.

    Avoid Processed Parmesan - Do not use the processed "parmesan" that is found on the grocery store shelf. Processed parmesan won't melt into a smooth sauce, but will remain grainy in texture.

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    Serving Suggestions

    Don't forget the Breadsticks! Serve this tasty Olive Garden Asiago Tortelloni Alfredo with Grilled Chicken with garlic bread or our homemade Garlic Breadsticks Recipe. They're super easy to make and so delicious! Garlicky. Buttery. Oh wow!

    This tasty pasta dish is also great served with your favorite hot veggies. It's delicious with oven roasted broccoli or brussels with minced garlic. So delish!

    Olive Garden Asiago Tortelloni with Grilled Chicken plated, with glass of white wine on side and whole recipe in baking dish in background.

    How to Reheat Chicken Alfredo

    Microwave Oven Reheating Instructions - For creamy leftovers, stir in a splash of milk. Microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir, then continue heating in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until just heated through (under 3 minutes total).

    Regular Oven Reheating Instructions - Preheat oven to 350°F. Place leftover pasta in a baking dish, add a splash of milk, and cover with foil. Reheat for 15 minutes, or until warmed through.

    Stovetop Reheating Instructions - Gently reheat leftovers in a covered pan over low heat with a splash of milk until warmed through. Avoid boiling to prevent sauce separation.

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    Olive Garden Asiago Tortelloni Alfredo with Grilled Chicken plated.

    Olive Garden Asiago Tortelloni Alfredo with Grilled Chicken Recipe

    Olive Garden Asiago Tortelloni Alfredo with Grilled Chicken is a tasty copycat pasta recipe the whole family will love. This cheesy baked pasta is comfort food at its best. So good!
    This tasty tortelloni pasta is tossed with our Classic Alfredo Sauce, topped with Asiago cheese, grilled chicken, toasted breadcrumbs, and baked for just a few minutes, until the cheese is melted. Super easy weeknight dinner you can have on the table in under an hour.
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 45 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6 Servings
    Calories: 841kcal
    Author: Seanna Borrows

    Equipment

    • stock pot
    • sauce pan

    Ingredients 

    Grilled Chicken Ingredients:

    • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
    • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
    • salt and pepper

    Toasted Breadcrumbs Ingredients:

    • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon salted butter
    • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs

    Tortelloni Alfredo:

    • 1 20 oz package - 5 cheese tricolor tortelloni
    • ¼ cup salt for boiling water
    • 3 tablespoons salted butter
    • 1 cup heavy cream
    • 1.5 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper

    Topping:

    • 1 cup shredded Asiago cheese
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    Instructions

    • Grill Chicken. Pre-heat oven to 400°F.  Rub olive oil on 4 chicken breasts and season with salt and pepper on each side.  Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side to an internal temperature of 165°F.  Let grilled chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.  Then slice the chicken into strips or bite sized pieces.  Set aside.
    • Toast Breadcrumbs. Heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil and 1 tablespoon salted butter in a pan until it is very hot.  Add breadcrumbs to the hot oil and sauté until golden brown, approximately  3-4 minutes.  Transfer the toasted breadcrumbs from the pan a plate lined with paper towels to drain off any excess oil.  Set aside.
    • Make Tortelloni Pasta. Bring 5 quarts of water to a boil.  Add 2 tablespoons of salt to the boiling water.  Then add Tortelloni to the water.  Cook tortelloni according to package instructions.  As the pasta is cooking, start the sauce.  When the tortelloni is done cooking, reserve 1 cup of the salty water and drain the rest.  Set both water and cooked tortelloni aside.
    • Make the Alfredo Sauce. Stirring continually, bring cream and butter up to a boil in the bottom of a medium sauce pan.  Boil for 1 minute or until sauce has thickened a little bit. Turn off the heat and the grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, salt, ground pepper, and ground nutmeg.  Stir together until the cheese has melted and becomes a smooth and creamy Alfredo sauce.  Use a little of the reserved pasta water to loosen up the Alfredo Sauce if it is too thick.
    • Toss in the Cooked Tortelloni. Add the reserved cooked tortelloni.
    • Assemble Dish for Oven.
      Tortelloni Alfredo Layer. Place the Tortelloni Alfredo in the bottom of a large baking dish or portioned out into individual baking dishes. 
      Grilled Chicken Layer. Put a layer of sliced grilled chicken over the tortelloni layer. 
      Asiago Layer. Sprinkle grated Asiago cheese over the top of the tortelloni and grilled chicken. 
      Breadcrumb Layer. Sprinkle toasted breadcrumbs over the top.
    • Bake. Bake at 400°F for 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted.

    Notes

    Serving Suggestions

    Serve with garlic bread or our homemade Garlic Breadsticks Recipe.  And don't forget your favorite hot veggies like roasted broccoli or brussels.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 841kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 48g | Saturated Fat: 25g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 179mg | Sodium: 6433mg | Potassium: 379mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1165IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 688mg | Iron: 4mg
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      5 from 5 votes

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    1. Meg says

      April 11, 2022 at 11:48 am

      5 stars
      I could eat this entire bowl by myself, it's that good! I love how fast it comes together with the rotisserie chicken.

      Reply
      • Seanna says

        April 11, 2022 at 3:53 pm

        Thanks Meg!

        Reply
    2. Jessica Robinson says

      March 28, 2022 at 8:31 pm

      5 stars
      This pasta dish was easy to make and absolutely delicious!

      Reply
      • Seanna says

        March 30, 2022 at 9:17 am

        Thank you so much Jessica!

        Reply
    3. Debi says

      March 28, 2022 at 4:03 pm

      5 stars
      This looks amazing! It's one of my favorite Olive Garden entrees! Can't wait to try your version!

      Reply
      • Seanna says

        March 28, 2022 at 7:06 pm

        Thank you Debi!

        Reply
    4. Annie Taylor says

      March 28, 2022 at 3:25 pm

      5 stars
      The best, just like Olive Gardens. Loved the multi-color tortellini suggestion and other ways to make it.

      Reply
      • Seanna says

        March 28, 2022 at 3:29 pm

        Thank you Annie!

        Reply
    5. Russ B says

      March 28, 2022 at 3:19 pm

      5 stars
      Dangerously good! 🙂

      Reply
      • Seanna says

        March 28, 2022 at 3:28 pm

        For real!

        Reply
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