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Asparagus Chicken Pasta

Easy to make pasta dish made with sliced tender pieces of chicken, tossed in with asparagus, tomatoes, and some pesto.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 625 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

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

Instructions

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  1. 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.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, season the chicken on both sides with half of the salt and pepper.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. Add 1 cup of the reserved pasta cooking water to the skillet, pesto, and the sliced chicken, and bring the liquid to a simmer.
  7. 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.
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  • 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

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

% 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.