Chicken Milano

One of my favorite dishes at Macaroni Grill is their Chicken Milano. I get it almost every time we eat there (which, honestly, isn't enough haha). I was so happy to find a recipe that's similar to theirs. It's not exact, but it's close! If you like chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and creamy sauce, this pasta is right up your alley!

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Chicken Milano:
1 tbsp butter                                                2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, minced                                   2 tbsp chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped               8 oz. dry fettuccine pasta
1 cup chicken broth, divided                            Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup heavy cream
1 lb skinless, boneless chicken breast halves


1. In a large saucepan over low heat, melt butter. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes and 3/4 cup of the chicken broth; increase to medium heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for about 10 minutes or until the tomatoes are tender. Add the cream and bring to a boil; stirring. Simmer over medium heat until the sauce is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
2. Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm oil and saute chicken. Press on chicken occasionally with a slotted spatula. Cook for about 4 minutes per side or until the meat feels springy and is no longer pink inside. Transfer to a board; cover and keep warm. Discard the fat from the skillet.
3. In the same skillet, over medium heat, bring 1/4 cup chicken broth to a boil, stirring the pan juices. Reduce slightly and add to the cream sauce; stir in basil and adjust seasonings to taste.
4. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add fettuccine and cook for 8-10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Transfer to a bowl and toss with 3-4 tbsp of the sauce.
5. Cut each chicken breast into 2-3 diagonal slices. Reheat the sauce gently if needed. Transfer the pasta to serving plates; top with chicken and coat with the cream sauce; serve.