Penne with Chicken and Asparagus

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

Submitted by LAUREL B
Updated on November 16, 2024
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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

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 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

  1. Gather the ingredients.

    Penne with Chicken and Asparagus ingredients in glass bowls

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  2. 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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  3. 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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  4. Transfer chicken to a paper towel-lined plate.

    Cooked chicken on paper towel lined plate

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  5. 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.

    Asparagus cooking in a pan on a burner

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  6. Return chicken to the skillet and cook until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.

    Asparagus and chicken cooking in a pan on a burner

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  7. 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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  8. Stir in remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

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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 33%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
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.