Olive Garden’s Chicken Parmigiana features a lightly breaded chicken breast topped with their house marinara sauce and melted Italian cheeses (a blend of mozzarella and Parmesan), served over a bed of spaghetti. It’s one of the most iconic Italian-American dishes in existence and has been a staple on the Olive Garden menu since the chain’s early years.
The dish is comfort food at its finest — crispy breaded chicken, tangy marinara, and gooey melted cheese over al dente spaghetti. It’s the kind of meal that appeals to virtually everyone, which is why it consistently ranks as one of Olive Garden’s top-selling entrees alongside the Chicken Alfredo and Tour of Italy.
The Chicken Parmigiana is priced at $22.99 at Olive Garden as of February 2026. This includes unlimited soup or salad and breadsticks when dining in — making it a solid mid-range option on the menu. It’s $3.50 cheaper than the Chicken Alfredo ($26.49) and $1.80 cheaper than the Tour of Italy ($24.79), making it one of the better values for a protein-centered dish.
The Chicken Parmigiana has 1,060 calories, making it a moderate option on the Olive Garden menu:
At 1,060 calories, it’s significantly lighter than the Chicken Alfredo (1,570 cal) and Tour of Italy (1,500 cal). The marinara-based sauce is naturally lower in fat and calories compared to cream-based Alfredo sauce. If you’re looking for something satisfying but want to avoid the heaviest dishes on the menu, Chicken Parmigiana is a smart choice.
The Chicken Parmigiana is served over spaghetti with marinara sauce and comes with your choice of unlimited soup or house salad, plus unlimited fresh-baked breadsticks (dine-in only). You can also substitute gluten-free rotini pasta for the spaghetti at no extra charge if you have gluten sensitivities.
If you’re looking for a lighter or vegetarian alternative, Olive Garden also offers Eggplant Parmigiana for $18.99 (850 calories). Same preparation style — breaded, topped with marinara and cheese, served over spaghetti — but with sliced eggplant instead of chicken. It’s both cheaper and lower in calories, making it a great option for vegetarians or anyone wanting to cut back. Note that the Eggplant Parm comes with meat sauce by default, so ask for marinara sauce to keep it fully vegetarian.
Available at all Olive Garden locations for dine-in, takeout, or delivery. It’s a permanent menu item available every day. Use our location finder to find the closest restaurant near you, or check our complete menu price guide for all options.