This chicken and asparagus pasta is light but super tasty. Made with fresh asparagus and seasoned chicken.
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) package dried penne pasta
- 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – cut into cubes
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, or more to taste
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 bunch slender asparagus spears, trimmed, cut on diagonal into 1-inch pieces
- 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
Step 2
While the pasta is cooking, heat 3 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in chicken and season with 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until chicken is browned and the juices run clear, about 5 minutes. Transfer chicken to a paper towel-lined plate.
Step 3
Pour chicken broth into the skillet. Add asparagus, garlic, and another pinch of garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and steam until asparagus is just tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Return chicken to the skillet and cook until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
Step 4
Transfer drained penne to a large bowl. Pour chicken mixture over top and mix until well combined. Let sit for about 5 minutes.
Step 5
Stir in remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 332 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat11g | 14% |
Saturated Fat2g | 10% |
Cholesterol20mg | 7% |
Sodium69mg | 3% |
Total Carbohydrate43g | 16% |
Dietary Fiber3g | 11% |
Total Sugars3g | |
Protein17g | |
Vitamin C4mg | 19% |
Calcium57mg | 4% |
Iron3mg | 17% |
Potassium301mg | 6% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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