Penne with Chicken and Asparagus

Name: Penne with Chicken and Asparagus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package dried penne pasta; 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into cubes; 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder, or more to taste; salt and ground black pepper to taste; 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth; 1 bunch slender asparagus spears, trimmed, cut on diagonal into 1-inch pieces; 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced; 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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This chicken and asparagus pasta is light but super tasty. Made with fresh asparagus and seasoned chicken.

Recipe by LAUREL B

Updated on April 27, 2023

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Additional Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Servings:

8

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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

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.
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.
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.
Transfer drained penne to a large bowl. Pour chicken mixture over top and mix until well combined. Let sit for about 5 minutes.
Stir in remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

332	Calories
11g	Fat
43g	Carbs
17g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 332
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g	14%
Saturated Fat 2g	10%
Cholesterol 20mg	7%
Sodium 69mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate 43g	16%
Dietary Fiber 3g	11%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 17g
Vitamin C 4mg	19%
Calcium 57mg	4%
Iron 3mg	17%
Potassium 301mg	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.