OLIVE GARDEN'S CHICKEN GIARDINO RECIPE - (4.1/5)

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Olive Garden's Chicken Giardino Recipe - (4.1/5) image

Provided by MichaelH

Number Of Ingredients 30

Sauce:
1 Tbsp butter
1/4 tsp dry thyme
1/2 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
1 tsp garlic pepper
1 Tbsp cornstarch
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup white wine
1 Tbsp milk
1 tsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Chicken:
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced width-wise into 1/2" strips
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 small rosemary sprigs
1 clove garlic, finely minced
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Vegetables:
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 bunch fresh asparagus (remove bottom inch of stem; cut remainder into 1" pieces)
1 zucchini, julienne cut
1 yellow summer squash, julienne cut
2 roma tomatoes, cut into 1/2" pieces
1/2 red bell pepper, julienne cut
1 cup broccoli florets, blanched
1/2 cup frozen peas
1 cup spinach, cut into 1/2" pieces
1/2 cup carrots, julienne cut
1 lb farfalle pasta (bow ties), cooked according to package directions

Steps:

  • Sauce Preparation: MELT butter in a sauce pan over medium heat. Stir in thyme, garlic pepper and rosemary. Whisk to thoroughly blend and cook for 1 minute. COMBINE chicken broth, water, wine, milk, and lemon juice in a mixing bowl. Add cornstarch and whisk until cornstarch has dissolved and there are no lumps . ADD liquid mixture to sauce pan. Whisk all ingredients together and bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then remove from heat. Chicken & Vegetables Preparation: COMBINE all chicken ingredients in a mixing bowl and blend well. MARINATE for 30 minutes HEAT a saute pan over medium high heat. Add ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil. SAUTE chicken strips until internal temperature reaches 165°F. ADD all vegetables and sauté until cooked through. ADD cooked, drained pasta and sauce to sauté pan. Stir until pasta is thoroughly coated with sauce. TRANSFER to a serving platter and garnish with chopped parsley.

biozee. Klasra
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the chicken is tender and juicy. I served it over rice and it was a delicious meal.


Amila Abeysinghe
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the chicken and the sauce. I'll definitely be making this again.


BlackGlow
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This recipe was a disappointment. The chicken was dry and the sauce was bland. I won't be making this again.


USMAN SURAJO
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The chicken is fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I highly recommend it.


Noah Strange
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so flavorful and juicy, and the sauce was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Anubis The God
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and always turns out great. I love the creamy sauce and the tender chicken.


neramise noel
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the sauce was delicious. I think I'll try cooking the chicken for a shorter amount of time next time.


Tanveer abbas Zaidi
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I had to add some extra spices and herbs to make it more flavorful.


SURENDRA YADAV
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always juicy and tender, and the sauce is to die for. I always get compliments when I make this dish.


moon babar
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The chicken is cooked perfectly and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!


Abdullahi Muktar
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it never disappoints. The chicken is always juicy and tender, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. It's a great dish for a special occasion or a weeknight meal.


Korede Opeyemi
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was creamy and delicious. I served it with pasta and a side of roasted vegetables, and it was a complete meal.