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Chicken And Asparagus Pasta

featured in 7 Pasta Recipes For All Pasta Lovers

Whip up this scrumptious Chicken and Asparagus Pasta for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal. Packed with tender chicken, crisp asparagus, and a creamy sauce, it's a delightful dish that'll have everyone asking for seconds!

Robin Broadfoot
Tasty Team
97% would make again
Total Time

40 minutes

40 min

Prep Time

15 minutes

15 min

Cook Time

25 minutes

25 min

Chicken And Asparagus Pasta
Total Time

40 minutes

40 min

Prep Time

15 minutes

15 min

Cook Time

25 minutes

25 min

Ingredients

for 6 servings

  • 1 lb penne pasta (455 g)
  • ¼ cup olive oil (60 mL), plus 2 tablespoons
  • 4 cloves garlic cloves, diced
  • 1 lb chicken breast (455 g), cubed
  • salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup chicken broth (120 mL)
  • 1 lb aspargus (455 g)
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese (110 g)
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes (400 g), or grape tomatoes

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 359
  • Fat 10g
  • Carbs 32g
  • Fiber 3g
  • Sugar 3g
  • Protein 34g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

Preparation

  1. In a pot, cook pasta according to package instructions, drain, then set aside.
  2. In the same pot, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and sauté 2 garlic cloves.
  3. Add chicken breasts, season with salt and pepper, and fully cook. Remove cooked chicken from pot and set aside.
  4. In the same pot, pour the chicken broth, then add asparagus, salt, pepper, and the remaining garlic and stir. Cover and reduce heat to a simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Add cooked chicken, penne, remaining olive oil, parmesan, and tomatoes, and stir until fully incorporated and the cheese has melted.
  6. Serve while hot.
  7. Enjoy!
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