Olive Garden Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara
Grilled chicken, shrimp, bacon, and roasted red peppers in a creamy carbonara-style sauce. About $21.99 to $25.99 and roughly 1,390 calories.
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Two proteins, one rich and creamy plate
Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara is one of those Olive Garden entrées that immediately tells you it is not trying to be a light meal. It combines grilled chicken, sautéed shrimp, pasta, bacon, and a creamy carbonara-style sauce into a rich, filling dish that sits comfortably among the restaurant's most indulgent menu items. If you enjoy Alfredo but want something with more texture and smoky flavour, this is usually where people end up.The first thing that stands out is the combination of proteins. Many pasta dishes focus on either chicken or seafood, but this one gives you both. The bacon adds another layer that pushes the dish closer to comfort food territory.
Every forkful feels substantial, which explains why it has remained popular with diners looking for a hearty dinner rather than a lighter pasta option.Unlike seasonal promotions that come and go, Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara has been a recurring favourite on Olive Garden's menu for years. It is ordered most often as a dinner entrée, especially by guests who want something richer than traditional marinara-based pasta dishes. While menu updates can happen, it remains one of the better-known specialty pasta selections available at many Olive Garden locations in 2026.
Quick Facts
At a glance
Price
$21.99 to $25.99 (varies by location)
Calories
About 1,390 per serving
Proteins
Chicken, shrimp, and bacon
Sauce
Creamy carbonara-style with parmesan
Ingredients
What is in it
At first glance, Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara looks like a simple creamy pasta dish. Once you dig in, there is a lot happening. The base starts with pasta covered in a rich cream sauce inspired by traditional carbonara. Olive Garden's version is Americanized, meaning it leans much heavier on cream than an authentic Italian carbonara would.The combination of grilled chicken, shrimp, bacon, and roasted red peppers creates a mix of flavors that keeps the dish from becoming one-dimensional. The chicken provides heartiness, the shrimp adds a slightly sweet seafood note, and the bacon brings smokiness that cuts through the richness of the sauce.
Pasta
Grilled chicken
Shrimp
Bacon
Roasted red peppers
Parmesan cheese
Creamy carbonara-style sauce
Calories & Nutrition
Know what you are eating
With roughly 1,390 calories per serving, Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara lands among the heavier entrées on Olive Garden's menu. This is not the kind of meal most people order when counting calories closely. It is designed to be rich, filling, and satisfying, often leaving enough leftovers for another meal.
| Nutrient | Per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1,390 |
| Note | One of the heavier entrées; numbers vary by location |
Price
What it costs
The price of Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara varies by location, but most guests can expect to pay somewhere between $21.99 and $25.99 before tax and drinks. Urban markets and higher-cost regions often sit at the upper end of that range.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara (dinner) | $21.99 – $25.99 |
What Does It Taste Like?
Flavor profile
The aroma hits before the first bite. You notice garlic, bacon, and cream almost immediately. Visually, it looks rich, with the sauce coating every piece of pasta while grilled chicken, shrimp, and roasted peppers sit throughout the bowl. It feels substantial before you even pick up your fork.The flavor starts with the creamy sauce, but bacon quickly takes over. That smoky, salty note keeps the dish from tasting overly heavy.
The shrimp adds occasional bursts of sweetness, while the chicken brings a familiar grilled flavor that balances the richness. The roasted red peppers help more than you might expect. Their slight sweetness breaks up what could otherwise be an overwhelmingly creamy experience.Texture is where this entrée works best. The pasta stays tender, the shrimp has a slight snap, and the bacon introduces a bit of chew and crispness. Compared with Olive Garden's Fettuccine Alfredo, this dish feels more layered and interesting.
Against something like Applebee's Three Cheese Chicken Penne, Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara generally tastes richer and more indulgent, though also noticeably heavier.
Dietary Information
Good to know
Vegetarian
No – chicken, shrimp, bacon
Gluten
Contains pasta
Customization Tips
Make it yours
Add extra shrimp for more seafood flavor.
Add extra grilled chicken for additional protein.
Request extra parmesan cheese.
Remove bacon if you prefer less smoky flavor.
Availability
2026 status
Yes, Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara is still available at many Olive Garden locations in 2026. It remains one of the chain's better-known specialty pasta dishes and continues to appear on numerous restaurant menus across the United States.While Olive Garden occasionally refreshes its menu, this entrée has not experienced the same cycle of removals and returns that affects some limited-time offerings. The easiest way to confirm availability is through your local restaurant's online menu or the Olive Garden mobile app. If it is unavailable at your location, Fettuccine Alfredo with added shrimp or Chicken Alfredo are the closest alternatives.
Best Creamy Pasta Alternatives
More rich and satisfying picks
Shrimp Carbonara
Plump shrimp, bacon, and roasted red peppers tossed in a creamy parmesan-garlic carbonara sauce. All the seafood richness of the chicken-and-shrimp version in a shrimp-forward plate. A great choice when you want carbonara flavor with extra shrimp in every bite.
Chicken Scampi
A lighter, garlicky favorite: chicken and peppers in white-wine scampi sauce at $19.99 to $23.99. Brighter and less heavy than the cream-based pastas. The pick when you want Italian-American flavor without the Alfredo weight.
Ravioli Carbonara
Cheese ravioli in a creamy carbonara-style sauce with bacon. The stuffed-pasta take on carbonara comfort – rich, cheesy, and deeply satisfying. Perfect for diners who love ravioli and want the smoky-savory carbonara profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers
How many calories are in Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara?
About 1,390 calories are found in one serving. The exact number may vary slightly by location or recipe updates, but it remains one of the higher-calorie pasta dishes on the menu.
What is Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara made of?
It contains pasta, grilled chicken, shrimp, bacon, roasted red peppers, Parmesan cheese, and a creamy carbonara-style sauce. Together, these ingredients create a rich and filling entrée with smoky, savoury flavours.
Is it vegan?
No, it is not vegan. The dish contains chicken, shrimp, bacon, dairy products, and other animal-derived ingredients.
Is it gluten-free?
No, it is not gluten-free. Traditional wheat-based pasta is used, and cross-contact can occur during preparation in the restaurant kitchen.
How much does it cost?
About $21.99 to $25.99 is the typical price range in 2026. Costs vary by location, local taxes, and regional menu pricing.
Is it still available in 2026?
Yes, it is still available at many Olive Garden locations in 2026. Checking the Olive Garden website or app is the quickest way to confirm availability near you.
Can I customize it?
Yes, several customizations are usually available. Guests commonly add extra shrimp, extra chicken, extra cheese, more vegetables, or request lighter sauce portions.
Try Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara
Two proteins, smoky bacon, and creamy sauce make this one of the most filling entrées on the menu. Check your local Olive Garden for current pricing.
