Asparagus, Chicken and Penne Pasta

If you are tired of tomato based pasta, try this one. Asparagus and chicken are tossed with penne pasta.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 311 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and pepper to taste
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 (16 ounce) package dry penne pasta
• 12 ounces asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.75 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast meat - cut into bite-size pieces

Recipe Instructions

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.