Outback Steakhouse Queensland Chicken and Shrimp Pasta

Enjoy our take on the Outback Steakhouse Queensland Chicken and Shrimp recipe at home. This chicken and shrimp dish in a cream-based sauce makes a most wonderful meal.

Outback Steakhouse is known for its steak, but they also do this delicious pasta dinner. Many thanks to Rick Mainhart for serving up this recipe. Team it up with some salad and some bread, and you will have a complete meal.

Homemade copycat Outback Steakhouse Queensland Chicken and Shrimp pasta and a fork in a brown wood bowl.


Outback Steakhouse Pasta with Chicken and Shrimp so good?

No one else combines the flavors of chicken, shrimp, and pasta like the Outback Steakhouse does. The bold Alfredo sauce gives this dish incredible creaminess and rich flavor. While this item may no longer be on the menu, you can still make this amazing dinner combination at home anytime.

Why you should try making this at home

The combination of chicken and shrimp gives this pasta dish a unique flavor with the two different types of meat. The seasoned sauce gives ordinary Alfredo sauce a wonderful elevation of flavor. If you are a fan of pasta dishes, this is the one recipe you will want to try as soon as possible.

Outback Steakhouse Queensland Chicken and Shrimp Can be Made at Home

You don’t have to visit any part of Queensland to enjoy this dish. All you have to do is to prepare this Outback Steakhouse Queensland Chicken and Shrimp in your kitchen with this easy copycat recipe.

Ingredients

Here’s what you need:

  • Milk
  • Butter
  • Cream
  • Poultry seasoning
  • Cayenne pepper
  • White pepper
  • Onion powder
  • Garlic powder
  • White wine
  • Linguine pasta (or fettuccine noodles)
  • Chicken
  • Shrimp
  • Olive Oil
Ingredients for homemade copycat Outback Steakhouse famous Queensland Chicken and Shrimp Pasta

How to Make Outback Chicken and Shrimp Pasta

  1. Combine spices well.
  2. Put cream and milk in a pan with butter and half of the spice mixture. Thicken and reduce; set aside.
  3. Cook linguine to the al dente stage.
  4. Sauté chicken breasts with wine and remaining spices until done. Remove and set aside.
  5. Sauté shrimp in a pan, adding wine if necessary.
  6. Place cooked chicken and shrimp on top of pasta. Cover with sauce.
Homemade copycat Outback Steakhouse Queensland Chicken and Shrimp in a brown wood bowl.

What to serve with this chicken and shrimp pasta?

I like to serve this with a salad, I love to serve this with the Outback Caesar Salad, and toasted garlic bread, and if I am feeling adventurous, I will serve this with my peach dump cake.

How to store the leftover pasta

To store leftover chicken and shrimp pasta properly, follow these steps to ensure food safety and maintain the quality of your dish:

  • Allow the pasta to cool: Before storing, let the pasta cool down to room temperature. However, please don’t leave it out for more than two hours, as bacteria can grow rapidly at room temperature.
  • Separate the components: Separate the pasta, sauce, and protein (chicken and shrimp) to prevent the pasta from becoming too soggy.
  • Use airtight containers: Transfer the pasta, sauce, and protein into separate airtight containers. This helps to preserve the freshness and flavor of each component.
  • Refrigerate promptly: Place the containers in the refrigerator as soon as possible. Ideally, store the leftovers at a temperature of 40°F (4°C) or below.

Consume within a safe time frame: Leftover chicken and shrimp pasta should be consumed within 3 to 4 days to ensure food safety and quality. If you don’t plan to eat the leftovers within this time frame, consider freezing them instead.

To freeze leftover chicken and shrimp pasta:

  • Follow steps 1-3 above, allowing the pasta to cool and separating the components.
  • Wrap the containers tightly: If using airtight containers, seal the lids tightly. Alternatively, use heavy-duty aluminum foil or plastic freezer wrap to cover the containers.
  • Label and date the containers: Write the contents and date on each container to help you keep track of the leftovers.
  • Store in the freezer: Place the containers in the freezer, where they can be stored for up to 2 to 3 months.

How to reheat

When you’re ready to reheat your leftover chicken and shrimp pasta, remove the desired portion from the refrigerator or freezer. Thaw frozen leftovers in the refrigerator overnight or in the microwave using the defrost setting. Reheat the pasta, sauce, and protein separately on the stovetop or in the microwave, stirring occasionally to ensure even heating. Combine the components when they are hot and serve immediately.

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Homemade copycat Outback Steakhouse Queensland Chicken and Shrimp Pasta and fork in a brown wood bowl.

Outback Steakhouse Queensland Chicken and Shrimp

You can prepare Outback Steakhouse Queensland Chicken and Shrimp at home with this easy copycat recipe. 
5 from 15 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Outback Steakhouse Recipes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 814kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 pint cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoons cayenne
  • 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 pound linguine
  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 8 ounces shrimp
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  • Mortar spices well. Put cream and milk in a pan with butter and half the spice mixture. Thicken and reduce; set aside. Cook linguine to the al dente stage. Saute chicken breasts with wine and remaining spices until done. Remove and set aside. Saute shrimp in a pan, adding wine if necessary. Serve each breast on a bed of linguine with shrimp. Cover with sauce.

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Nutrition

Calories: 814kcal | Carbohydrates: 90g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 242mg | Sodium: 536mg | Potassium: 428mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1145IU | Vitamin C: 2.6mg | Calcium: 182mg | Iron: 2.9mg

About Stephanie Manley

I recreate your favorite restaurant recipes, so you can prepare these dishes at home. I help you cook dinner, and serve up dishes you know your family will love. You can find most of the ingredients for all of the recipes in your local grocery store.

Stephanie is the author of CopyKat.com's Dining Out in the Home, and CopyKat.com's Dining Out in the Home 2.

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Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Allan

    Sauteing the chicken in wine and spices leaves the breasts too bland, even when covered with the sauce. Marinating it would be better, but I’m not sure which to use. Any comments.

  2. Amber

    5 stars
    I followed the recipe and the result was amazing! Tastes just like Queensland pasta. This is what i order at Outback every time. This recipe is delicious and simple.

  3. vickie from way back

    5 stars
    It’s been years since I ate at the Outback but it used to be one of my favorites – I always used to order grilled shrimp on the barbie and the shrimp came on a piece of black bread with an absolutely great dip [probably with horseradish] that made me want to lick the bowl so I wouldn’t miss any. Do you have a comparable recipe?

  4. Dydee

    There is also a little lemon juice in this sauce. By the way, sauteing the chicken and shrimp in wine doesn’t taste right to me. I like to marinade and grill them instead. Yummy

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