Applebee's Chicken Cavatappi Recipe
Applebee's Chicken Cavatappi is a gratifying dish that's simple enough to make at home, capturing the flavors of the popular restaurant favorite!You start with marinated chicken to increase juicy tenderness; grilling or searing it until fully cooked is key.Toss the spiral cavatappi pasta with a blend of cheeses for that irresistible creamy texture.One thing I love about this dish is its versatility in adapting to your taste!
Ingredients
- 4 Chicken Breasts
- 2 cups Cavatappi Pasta
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 2 tbsp Garlic minced
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- Salt
- Black Pepper
- 1/4 cup Italian Dressing
Instructions
- Start by marinating the chicken.
- Combine the chicken breasts with the Italian dressing in a sealed container and refrigerate for one to two hours.
- Boil the cavatappi pasta according to the package instructions.
- Drain and set aside while you prepare the rest.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the marinated chicken breasts.
- Sear each side for about 5 minutes until fully cooked.
- Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Melt butter in a large saucepan.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream.
- Bring it to a simmer, stirring frequently.
- Stir in the Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses until melted and smooth.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce.
- Slice the chicken and serve it atop the pasta.
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