Are you a fan of the Cheesecake Factory’s signature dishes but looking for a lighter, healthier alternative? Look no further! At [Dishdots], we’ve recreated the beloved Cheesecake Factory Copycat Lightened-Up Sundried Tomato Fettuccine to bring the restaurant experience to your kitchen. Get ready to indulge in the creamy, savory flavors of this classic pasta dish without any guilt. Let’s dive into the recipe and discover how you can make this culinary masterpiece at home.
Ingredients:
- Fettuccine Pasta: 12 ounces
- Sun-dried tomatoes: 1 cup, chopped
- Chicken Breast: 2 pieces, boneless and skinless, thinly sliced
- Fresh Spinach: 2 cups
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Low-fat cream Cheese: 4 ounces
- Low-Sodium Chicken Broth: 1 cup
- Grated Parmesan Cheese: ½ cup
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
- Fresh Basil: For garnish
Instructions:
- To prepare the Pasta: Commence by boiling a large pot of water seasoned with salt. Cook the fettuccine pasta until it reaches the desired texture. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Afterward, sauté some garlic until it emanates a delightful aroma. Add the thinly sliced chicken breast and cook until it turns a golden brown hue and is thoroughly cooked, typically taking 5-7 minutes.
- Add the Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Spinach: Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. Cook until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes are heated through.
- Create the Creamy Sauce: Reduce the heat to low and add the low-fat cream cheese and chicken broth to the skillet. Mix everything together until the cream cheese melts into a smooth and creamy sauce. It’s starting to look yummy.
- Time to combine the pasta with the sauce. Toss everything together until the pasta is all coated with that delicious sauce.
- To finish, sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese on top. it well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve and Garnish: Transfer the Cheesecake Factory Copycat Lightened-Up Sundried Tomato Fettuccine to serving plates. For a final touch, add some fresh basil leaves for extra color and flavor. Enjoy your meal!
Enjoy this irresistible pasta dish with your family and friends, savoring each creamy, flavorful bite. With our lightened-up version of the Cheesecake Factory favorite, you can indulge in the restaurant experience from the comfort of your own home.
