Chicken and Asparagus Fettuccine

This delicious chicken Alfredo with asparagus recipe is a hearty and creamy meal that will fill the family up when you serve this weeknight dish.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 567 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups half-and-half cream
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• 12 ounces dry fettuccini pasta
• 2 cups 1 inch pieces fresh asparagus
• 0.5 cup butter
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 pound cooked chicken breasts - cut into bite size pieces

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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 2

Pour sauce over pasta and asparagus, and toss to coat.

Step 3

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 asparagus during the last 3 to 5 minutes of cooking. Drain, and transfer to a large bowl.