This chicken and asparagus pasta is light but super tasty. Made with fresh asparagus and seasoned chicken.
Prep Time::15 mins
Cook Time::20 mins
Additional Time::5 mins
Total Time::40 mins
Servings::8
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
Gather the ingredients.
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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.
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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.
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Transfer chicken to a paper towel-lined plate.
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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.
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Return chicken to the skillet and cook until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
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Transfer drained penne to a large bowl. Pour chicken mixture over top and mix until well combined. Let sit for about 5 minutes.
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Stir in remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
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