Chicken and Asparagus Fettuccine

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Brief

Prep 15 mins

Cook: 25 mins

Total: 40 mins

Servings: 6

Yield: 6 servings

Chicken and Asparagus Fettuccine

Ingredients

12 ounces dry fettuccini pasta

2 cups 1 inch pieces fresh asparagus

½ cup butter

2 cups half-and-half cream

¼ teaspoon garlic powder

¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

1 pinch cayenne pepper

¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

½ pound cooked chicken breasts - cut into bite size pieces

Dinner

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Add the asparagus during the last 3 to 5 minutes of cooking. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.

Step 2

In a large saucepan over medium heat combine butter and half-and-half. Cook until thick and bubbly. Season with garlic powder black pepper and cayenne pepper. Stir in Parmesan cheese and chicken and heat through.

Step 3

Pour sauce over pasta and asparagus and toss to coat.

Nutritional Information

Chicken and Asparagus Fettuccine

Servings Per Recipe:6

Calories: 567.1

% Daily Value *

Protein: 27.6g 55%

Carbohydrates: 46.6g 15%

Dietary Fiber: 2.9g 11%

Sugars: 3g

Fat: 30.9g 48%

Saturated Fat: 18.3g 92%

Cholesterol: 113.7mg 38%

Vitamin A Iu: 1173.3IU 24%

Niacin Equivalents: 13.1mg 101%

Vitamin B6: 0.4mg 24%

Vitamin C: 3.3mg 6%

Folate: 140.1mcg 35%

Calcium: 256.4mg 26%

Iron: 3.2mg 18%

Magnesium: 57mg 20%

Potassium: 419.9mg 12%

Sodium: 365mg 15%

Thiamin: 0.1mg 13%

Calories From Fat: 278.1

*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.

(-)Nutrition information is provided for reference only. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.