Copycat Olive Garden Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara
A rich and creamy dish featuring chicken, shrimp, and pasta in a luscious sauce.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Large Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 pound Chicken tenders
- 1 pound Medium-size shrimp, peeled and deveined
Oil and Seasoning
- 1 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 5 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Pepper, freshly ground
- ½ teaspoon Salt
Pasta
- 1 package Your choice of pasta (fettuccine or spaghetti)
Garnishes
- to taste Fresh parsley, for garnishing Optional
- to taste Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving Optional
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients - Gather all your ingredients, wash and peel the shrimp, season the chicken, and mince the garlic.
- Step 2: Cook the Pasta - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Step 3: Sauté the Chicken - In a large skillet, heat half of the olive oil, add chicken, season, and cook until golden brown. Remove and slice.
- Step 4: Cook the Shrimp - In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and garlic, sauté, then add shrimp and season. Cook until pink and opaque.
- Step 5: Combine Everything - Add sliced chicken back to the skillet, add cooked pasta, and toss to combine. Adjust with pasta water or olive oil if needed.
- Step 6: Serve - Serve hot, garnished with parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
For extra creaminess, consider adding a splash of heavy cream or a dollop of cream cheese. Make sure not to overcook the shrimp.