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    Crispy Chicken Fritta Olive Garden Copycat Recipe

    by Brendan Cunningham 14 Comments

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    This crispy chicken fritta combines succulent pieces of parmesan-crusted chicken with a creamy and cheesy alfredo sauce to create a dish like no other. It's just like the crispy chicken fritta Olive Garden serves, but I think it might be even more delicious! 

    Two bowls filled with crispy chicken fritta, There is another bowl that has alfredo sauce in it.
    Table of Contents
    • THE BEST CRISPY CHICKEN FRITTA
      • Ingredients
      • How To Make Crispy Chicken Fritta 
        • Step 1: Breading & Cooking The Crispy Chicken 
        • Step 2: Making The Pasta 
        • Step 3: Making The Sauce
        • Step 4: Bringing It All Together
      • How To Store & Reheat Chicken Fritta 
      • Wrapping it all up 
    • More Olive Garden Copycat Recipes

     

    THE BEST CRISPY CHICKEN FRITTA

    This crispy chicken fritta will have the whole family coming back for seconds. It includes perfectly golden crispy parmesan crusted chicken, fresh veggies, pasta, and a rich cream sauce that's just to die for. 

    And honestly, I think this homemade version is better than the one at Olive Garden! Especially if you serve it with this garlic bread or cheesy bread.

    Maybe best of all is that it's a complete meal that takes just 30 minutes from start to finish to put together. Plus, it makes plenty of servings, so there should be some leftovers even if you make it for a big family meal!

    Not to mention, the leftovers taste fantastic the next day.

    Part of a bowl with a piece of chicken fritta, some broccoli, and mushrooms with alfredo sauce.

    Ingredients

    The ingredient list for this crispy chicken fritta recipe may look intimidating at first glance, but when you look closer, you'll see that everything is a common cooking ingredient.

    Also, there are three components to this dish, so that's also why the ingredient list is a little extensive.

    Anyway, here's what you'll need for the parmesan crusted chicken:

    • 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
    • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    • ¼ cup Kraft Parmesan cheese
    • 1 cup milk
    • 6 thick pieces of chicken breast or chicken tenders
    • vegetable oil for frying
    Raw chicken in a bowl, a small cup of oil, a bowl of shredded parmesan cheese, and a bowl of butter all on a white counter.

    For the pasta:

    • 2 cups dry bow tie pasta
    • 4 broccoli florets
    • 2 white mushrooms, quartered

    And for the creamy and cheesy sauce:

    • 2 tablespoons butter
    • 3 tablespoons olive oil
    • 2 teaspoons crushed garlic
    • ½ cup vinegar
    • ¼ cup water
    • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    • ¾ cup half and half
    • ¼ cup sour cream
    • ½ teaspoons salt
    • ⅛ teaspoons basil leaves
    • ¾ cup mild, finely grated Asiago cheese
    • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper

    If you're missing anything, you'll definitely want to pick it up, so you don't miss out on this crispy chicken fritta. 

    And you can even put some of these ingredients to good use by making this Olive Garden asiago tortelloni alfredo with grilled chicken next!

    Bow tie pasta in a bowl surrounded by a bowl of parmesan cheese, a bowl of asiago cheese, a bowl of broccoli, and a bowl of bread crumbs.

    How To Make Crispy Chicken Fritta 

    Ok, so making this Olive Garden crispy chicken fritta is actually pretty simple. In fact, all you have to follow is 4 simple steps to make it.

    Anyway, let's not waste any more time and get right into the recipe!

    Step 1: Breading & Cooking The Crispy Chicken 

    First, we'll make the parmesan-crusted chicken.

    To start, add the flour, breadcrumbs, and parmesan cheese to a bowl and mix. Then, pour the milk into a second bowl.

    Now, dip the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture first, then into the milk, and then back into the breadcrumbs again - make sure it's fully coated.

    Repeat this process with every piece of chicken. 

    Once all of the chicken is breaded, add some oil to a frying pan and heat it over medium-low heat. Then, add the chicken to it and cook until nice and golden brown. 

    When the internal temperature reaches 165°F, remove the chicken from the pan, and put it on a paper towel-lined plate. 

    Crispy chicken fritta in a pan of oil.

    Step 2: Making The Pasta 

    Now, for the pasta, follow the directions on the pasta box of your choice - I used bow tie pasta - and cook until al dente. Drain, and then cool to room temp. 

    While the pasta is cooking, place the broccoli and mushrooms in a steamer, and cook until soft. It will take about 10-15 minutes for those to cook through. Finally, when they're done cooking sprinkle them with salt and pepper to taste. 

    Part of a bowl of steamed broccoli and mushrooms, part of a bowl of bow tie pasta, and part of a paper towel lined plate with crispy chicken fritta.

    Step 3: Making The Sauce

    For the sauce, add the butter and olive oil to a saucepan. 

    Once the butter melts, whisk in flour until well combined, and then add the garlic, water, and salt. Make sure to stir everything constantly so it doesn't burn.

    Next, pour in the vinegar and stir well to combine, then stir in the half and half and the sour cream. Continue stirring until smooth and everything is combined.

    Finally, gently stir in the Asiago cheese until it melts to finish up the sauce.

    Alfredo sauce on top of bow tie pasta in a bowl on a plate. Behind that is part of the same thing and part of a bowl with the alfredo sauce in it.

    Step 4: Bringing It All Together

    For serving, you can either eat the crispy chicken fritta combined with the pasta or eat it on the side. It's totally up to your personal preference! 

    I like to add the pasta to a bowl and top it off with the sauce, then the steamed veggies and chicken. Top with red pepper flakes and basil, and enjoy!

    A bowl of crispy chicken fritta on a plate. Next to it is a bowl filled with alfredo sauce.

    How To Store & Reheat Chicken Fritta 

    As I mentioned earlier, this crispy chicken fritta recipe will make 4 large servings. So even if people get seconds, there should still be some leftovers.

    Having said that, I recommend storing all of the components in separate air tight containers. The chicken will last up to 4 days, and the sauce will last for up to 4 days as well, so you can eat this dish again within that time. 

    And the best way to reheat this dish is to heat the pasta and sauce in the microwave until warm. Then heat the chicken in the oven at 400°F for about 15 minutes, or until warm. 

    A bowl filled with broccoli, a piece of crispy chicken fritta, mushrooms, and bow tie pasta.

    Wrapping it all up 

    Well, that is how to make crispy chicken fritta Olive Garden style! This chicken with pasta recipe is a complete meal that the entire family will rave over.

    The parmesan breaded chicken and alfredo sauce are delicious on their own. But combined with the pasta and steamed veggies it makes for a complete and delicious dinner. 

    Anyway, I hope you like this crispy chicken fritta Olive Garden copycat recipe as much as I do. If you make it, leave a comment below and let me know what you think.

    More Olive Garden Copycat Recipes

    If you want to give some more Olive Garden copycat recipes a try that are just as delicious - if not more delicious - than the restaurant, we have a ton on the blog to try next.

    Here are some Olive Garden recipes to try next:

    • Olive Garden grilled chicken margherita
    • Olive Garden chicken and shrimp carbonara
    • Olive Garden lasagna fritta
    • Olive Garden asiago tortelloni
    • Olive Garden giant cheese stuffed shells
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    Crispy Chicken Fritta Olive Garden Copycat Recipe

    Part of a bowl with a piece of chicken fritta, some broccoli, and mushrooms with alfredo sauce.
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    5 from 14 reviews

    This crispy chicken fritta combines succulent pieces of parmesan-crusted chicken with a creamy and cheesy alfredo sauce to create a dish like no other. It's just like the crispy chicken fritta Olive Garden serves, but I think it might be even more delicious! 

    • Author: Brendan Cunningham
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Total Time: 30 minutes
    • Yield: 4 servings 1x
    • Category: Dinner
    • Method: Stovetop
    • Cuisine: Olive Garden

    Ingredients

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    2 tablespoons butter

    3 tablespoons olive oil

    2 teaspoons crushed garlic

    ½ cup vinegar

    ¼ cup water

    2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

    ¾ cup half and half

    ¼ cup sour cream

    ½ teaspoons salt

    ⅛ teaspoons basil leaves

    ¾ cup mild, finely grated Asiago cheese

    ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper

    Instructions

    1. Mix the flour, breadcrumbs, and parmesan cheese together in a bowl.
    2. Pour the milk into a second bowl.
    3. Coat the chicken with the breadcrumb mixture first .Then, dip it in milk, and coat it with breadcrumbs again.
    4. Cook the breaded chicken until golden brown in a medium-low heat frying pan (internal temp should be 165°F ).
    5. Remove the chicken from the pan and put it on a paper towel lined plate.
    6. Follow the instructions of the package to make the pasta and drain. Keep cool.
    7. Place broccoli and mushrooms in a steamer and cook with steam until soft (around 10-15 minutes), sprinkle with salt and pepper.
    8. In a small saucepan, melt butter and add the olive oil.
    9. Whisk in flour until well combined. Add garlic, water, and salt. Stir constantly.
    10. Pour in the vinegar and stir well.
    11. Stir in half-and-half and sour cream. Continue stirring until smooth.
    12. Gently stir in grated Asiago cheese until melted.
    13. Serve the bowls with the pasta, top with the sauce, steamed veggies and chicken. Top with basil and pepper flakes. Enjoy!

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 459
    • Fat: 7
    • Carbohydrates: 46
    • Protein: 49

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    Comments

    1. Fred

      April 06, 2022 at 3:00 pm

      I could just eat this chicken alone it's so good!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    2. Kris

      April 07, 2022 at 7:32 am

      Love all of the parts of this dish it is delish!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    3. Kevin

      April 07, 2022 at 12:07 pm

      You guys make the best copycat recipes.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    4. Cindy L.

      April 08, 2022 at 8:27 am

      I love OG chicken fritta! This was spot on to theirs!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    5. Jeane

      April 08, 2022 at 1:03 pm

      Amazing elements in this meal. Very delicious!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    6. Gary

      April 08, 2022 at 10:42 pm

      Super tasty.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    7. Amy Stacher

      April 09, 2022 at 10:25 am

      Excellent in every way!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    8. PJ

      April 10, 2022 at 2:08 pm

      Loved the chicken in this. Sauce was delicious too.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    9. Joan

      April 10, 2022 at 8:23 pm

      Absolute 🔥

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    10. Kelly

      April 11, 2022 at 7:20 pm

      The chicken is so amazing!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    11. Antonia

      April 13, 2022 at 8:48 am

      Soooooo good!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    12. Diane

      April 16, 2022 at 3:09 pm

      This turned out absolutely crispy and so delicious. Thanks.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    13. Clare

      April 19, 2022 at 11:07 am

      Excellent chicken and I liked the sides.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    14. iggy

      April 20, 2022 at 8:55 am

      some of the best chicken that i have ever made

      ★★★★★

      Reply

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