Asparagus Chicken Pasta
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5.0
60 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
625 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Asparagus Chicken Pasta
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Easy to make pasta dish made with sliced tender pieces of chicken, tossed in with asparagus, tomatoes, and some pesto.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast sliced in half lengthwise
- 1 Tsp kosher salt divided
- ½ Tsp freshly ground black pepper divided
- 1 lb asparagus ends trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 Cups Cherry or grape tomatoes
- ¼ Cup basil pesto
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 3 Tbsp olive oil divided
- 12 oz Dry Whole Grain Fettuccine or linguine
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Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, and cook pasta according to the package directions. Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of the cooking water.
- While the pasta is cooking, season the chicken on both sides with half of the salt and pepper.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. When the oil is shimmering, add the chicken in a single layer and sear for 3 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- You may have to cook the chicken in batches. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board, and allow it to rest for 5 minutes, before slicing it into strips.
- While the chicken is cooling, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in the skillet, and add the asparagus and cherry tomatoes. Add in the garlic, remaining salt, and pepper, and sauté. Stirring often, for 2-3 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender-crisp.
- Add 1 cup of the reserved pasta cooking water to the skillet, pesto, and the sliced chicken, and bring the liquid to a simmer.
- As soon as it starts bubbling, add the cooked pasta, and toss with tongs to coat the noodles in the sauce. Remove from the heat and serve immediately.
Notes
- Substitutes:
- Storage:
- Place leftovers in a container and store them in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave when ready to eat. You can freeze for up to 3 months.
- Use any pasta of choice
- If you don't like asparagus, use broccoli or zucchini
- Any other meat like shrimp will work well.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
625kcal
(31%)
Carbohydrates
76g
(25%)
Protein
34g
(68%)
Fat
21g
(32%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
74mg
(25%)
Sodium
884mg
(37%)
Potassium
820mg
(23%)
Fiber
9g
(36%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
1568IU
(31%)
Vitamin C
25mg
(28%)
Calcium
70mg
(7%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 625 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 625kcal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 76g | 25% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 74mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 884mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 820mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1568IU | 31% |
| Vitamin C | 25mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 70mg | 7% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
60 reviews
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