J Alexander's Rattlesnake Pasta Recipe
Make J Alexander’s Rattlesnake Pasta at home in 35 minutes! This creamy Cajun chicken pasta copycat recipe is spicy, cheesy, and full of bold flavor.
Equipment & Tools
- Skillet
- Large boiling pot
- Pan for grilling chicken
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Mixing Bowl
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Serving Plate
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups De Cecco tagliatelle pasta
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 350 grams)
- ⅓ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon coarse salt
- Black pepper to taste
- For The Rattlesnake Pasta:
- 5 cups cooked tagliatelle pasta
- 2 grilled chicken breasts sliced into ¼-inch strips
- 2 cups Simply Organic Alfredo Sauce Mix, Recommended
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Frontier Cajun Seasoning, Recommended
- 12 slivers green bell pepper
- 12 slivers red bell pepper
- 12 slivers yellow bell pepper
- 2 teaspoons chopped garlic
- 4 tablespoons diced red onion
- 4 tablespoons grated smoked mozzarella
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Fill a large pot ⅔ full with water.
- Add 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 teaspoon salt.
- Bring to a moderate boil over medium-high heat.
- Add the tagliatelle pasta.
- Cook 2 minutes less than the package instructions (al dente).
- Drain and set aside.
- Heat a large pan over medium-high heat.
- Add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- In a bowl, mix garlic powder, coarse salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the chicken breasts evenly with the seasoning.
- Grill for 4–5 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Remove and slice into thin strips.
- Chop garlic and dice the red onion.
- Slice bell peppers into thin slivers.
- In a large pan over medium-high heat, combine:
- Alfredo sauce
- Lime juice
- Cajun seasoning
- Stir continuously and bring to a low boil.
- Add grilled chicken, bell peppers, garlic, and onion.
- Sauté for 5–6 minutes until vegetables soften.
- Add cooked pasta.
- Toss well until pasta is fully coated in sauce.
- Sprinkle smoked mozzarella and cilantro on top.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Toss lightly with ranch dressing for extra flavor.
Add real bacon bits for smoky depth.
Croutons add nice texture.
You can serve a side salad with shredded Mexican or cheddar cheese.
Nutrition
Serving: 1portionCalories: 620kcal (31%)Carbohydrates: 58g (19%)Protein: 38g (76%)Fat: 28g (43%)Cholesterol: 110mg (37%)Sodium: 890mg (39%)Potassium: 520mg (15%)Sugar: 6g (7%)Calcium: 220mg (22%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
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