Pasta Milano Macaroni Grill Copycat – A homemade version of Macaroni Grill’s Pasta Milano. A creamy garlic and sundried tomato sauce, with chicken and mushrooms, over bowtie pasta
I love going out to lunch and dinner. I mean, who doesn’t? But sometimes it is just too much work. Driving there, waiting for a table, all of the other crazy people around, and sometimes having to deal with the sub-par wait staff. So, as much as I like a night off, sometimes I just want to stay home! And I love making some of my favorite restaurant favorites at home!
When we lived in Minnesota (seems like a lifetime ago) we had a Macaroni Grill in town. It was one of my favorite restaurants. I loved their Pasta Milano. In Iowa we did not have one, and now in Colorado the one in town is less than a stellar location. So I haven’t really been there in a long time. That means I have to make my own version of my favorite Pasta Milano at home! With some Cheesy Garlic Bread on the side for good measure.
My version of Pasta Milano is a little lightened up from the original. Feel free to use more butter and heavy cream if you want it rich and super creamy. I want to be able to enjoy it more often, so I go just a little lighter. It comes together in about 25 minutes too, so it is great for a quick weeknight dinner.
Pasta Milano is a great one skillet meal that the whole family will devour. Plus, the leftovers are great for lunch the next day. I served with a salad and a little crusty bread for a complete meal. I am always a sucker for sun-dried tomatoes in a sauce like this Sun Dried Tomato Shrimp Pasta that is so light and creamy.
I love homemade versions of restaurant favorites. It really just means that you can enjoy them more often! It can be drinks, dinners, appetizers, or even desserts. I love making them all, and this pasta milano is such great dinner the whole family enjoys.
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I love the idea of making restaurant favorite at home, it means I get to enjoy them more often. This Pasta Milano recipe has been one of my favorites for almost 15 years. I was my go to order every time we went to Macaroni Grill, and now I can make it at home in about 25 minutes. Easy pasta recipes are such a great way to get dinner on the table during busy weeks. They are always ready quickly and the whole family loves them.
More Pasta Recipe to Try
- Chicken Pot Pie Noodles
- One Pot Fettuccine Alfredo
- Chicken Lo Mein
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- One Pan Cheesy Sausage Pasta
- Pizza Pasta Skillet
Pasta Milano (Copycat Macaroni Grill)
A homemade version of Macaroni Grill's Pasta Milano. A creamy garlic and sundried tomato sauce, with chicken and mushrooms, over bowtie pasta.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken, , cut into bit sized pieces
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 (12 oz) package mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup onion, , finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, , minced
- 1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes, , chopped
- 1 1/2 cup half-and-half
- 1 Tbls butter
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 Tbls fresh basil, , finely chopped
- 1 pound Farfalle, (bowtie pasta)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
- In a large skillet heat olive oil over medium high heat. Add chicken, cook for 5-6 minutes, until chicken is cooked through. Remove from pan, and keep warm.
- Return pan to heat. Add mushrooms, onions, garlic, and sun dried tomatoes. Cook until onions are tender and the mushrooms are golden brown. Season with salt and pepper. Add chicken back to the pan.
- In a 2 cup measuring cup combine half-and-half, butter, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and basil. Pour over chicken and mushroom mixture. Bring to a simmer, stirring to combine. Cook for 3-4 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Add cooked pasta to the pan, and toss to coat.
- Serve immediately. Top with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Information
Yield
6Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 623Saturated Fat 10gCholesterol 90mgSodium 257mgCarbohydrates 67gFiber 4gSugar 6gProtein 30g
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Haley D Williams says
What a great dinner! I love when I find a good copycat recipe so we can eat in!
Suzy says
Can not get enough of this! We love the creaminess of the pasta and also the flavors! So good!
Jacque Hastert says
I am always looking for new and delicious pasta dishes! This one sure sounds amazing and I will be making it next week.
Joe says
My only suggested change is from half and half to heavy cream. When I made it with half and half, it separated in the heat and became “chunky”. Still good, but not visually appetizing. When I made it again, the heavy cream gave it the perfect consistency. Saved this recipe and will make it many more times. Thanks!