Asparagus, Chicken and Penne Pasta Recipe

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Brief

Prep 15 mins

Cook: 20 mins

Total: 35 mins

Servings: 8

Yield: 8 servings

Asparagus, Chicken and Penne Pasta Recipe

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package dry penne pasta

2 tablespoons olive oil

divided

¾ pound skinless

boneless chicken breast meat - cut into bite-size pieces

4 cloves garlic

minced

12 ounces asparagus

trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces

1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

salt and pepper to taste

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Meat and Poultry

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute chicken until firm and lightly browned; remove from pan. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Cook and stir garlic asparagus and red pepper flakes in oil until asparagus is tender. Stir in chicken and cook for 2 minutes to blend the flavors. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Toss pasta with chicken and asparagus mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutritional Information

Asparagus, Chicken and Penne Pasta Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:8

Calories: 310.7

% Daily Value *

Protein: 20.3g 41%

Carbohydrates: 43.2g 14%

Dietary Fiber: 2.8g 11%

Sugars: 2.5g

Fat: 6.8g 10%

Saturated Fat: 1.8g 9%

Cholesterol: 29.1mg 10%

Vitamin A Iu: 567.5IU 11%

Niacin Equivalents: 11.1mg 85%

Vitamin B6: 0.4mg 23%

Vitamin C: 4.2mg 7%

Folate: 59.2mcg 15%

Calcium: 83.7mg 8%

Iron: 2.4mg 13%

Magnesium: 46.4mg 17%

Potassium: 317.9mg 9%

Sodium: 112.7mg 5%

Thiamin: 0.1mg 8%

Calories From Fat: 61.1

*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.