RECIPE: Make J. Alexander’s Rattlesnake Pasta
Would you please publish the recipe for the Rattlesnake Pasta they serve at J. Alexander’s? My husband and I ate there a lot, but he passed away. He could make a similar pasta dish but I don’t have his recipe so I don’t know what ingredients he used. Thanks so much. — Corinda Billington, Peachtree Corners
J. Alexander’s corporate executive chef James Filaroski provided the recipe and noted that its name comes from the Southwestern influence in the ingredients and spices.
To make this dish, you’ll need to prepare your favorite alfredo sauce or use your preferred jarred version.
The pasta is such a popular item on the menu at J. Alexander’s that chef and vice president of culinary operations for J. Alexander’s, Ian Dodson, created an instructional video on YouTube to guide guests who want to make it at home.
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/4 pound grilled chicken breast, sliced into 1/4-inch strips
- 6 1/4-inch slivers red pepper
- 6 1/4-inch slivers green pepper
- 6 1/4-inch slivers yellow pepper
- 2 tablespoons diced red onion
- 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
- 2 cups cooked tagliatelle pasta
- 2 tablespoons grated smoked mozzarella
- 1 tablespoon minced cilantro leaves
- In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the Alfredo sauce, Cajun seasoning and lime juice. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently. When the sauce is warm, add the chicken, red pepper, green pepper, yellow pepper, onion and garlic. Saute until the vegetables are translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the cooked pasta and toss until noodles are thoroughly coated. Arrange on a serving plate and sprinkle with mozzarella and cilantro. Serve immediately. Serves: 1
Nutritional information
Per serving: Per serving: 778 calories (percent of calories from fat, 37), 44 grams protein, 78 grams carbohydrates, 7 grams fiber, 32 grams total fat (15 grams saturated), 192 milligrams cholesterol, 2,627 milligrams sodium.From the menu of ... J. Alexander’s, 4701 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Atlanta. 770-512-0153, jalexanders.com.
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