CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS WITH PENNE PASTA

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This stuff is really tasty and so quick and easy! I've had this recipe forever. I have no idea where I got it. I probably jotted it down out of a health food magazine back when pasta was still considered a good choice for healthy eating. I increased the cheese amount because the original recipe kind of skimped on the cheese to...

Provided by Amy H.

Categories     Casseroles

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 c uncooked penne pasta
2 c asparagus, diagonally chopped into 1.5 inch pieces
2 Tbsp olive oil
12 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast
4 clove garlic, minced
2 tsp cornstarch
2 can(s) (15 oz.) diced tomatoes, italian style with basil and garlic
4 oz crumbled feta cheese
1/3 c fresh, grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Fill a large pot 3/4 c. Full with water and bring to a boil. Add the pasta and cook 12-15 minutes or until tender. Drain pasta thoroughly and set aside.
  • 2. Diagonally slice the asparagus in the same shape and size as the penne pasta. Steam asparagus until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.
  • 3. Add olive oil to a hot pan. Add garlic. Saute over medium-high heat for 30 seconds. Add chicken. Sautée until chicken is browned but not completely cooked.
  • 4. Add cornstarch to tomatoes and pour into the pan with chicken and garlic. Simmer 10 minutes or so, while pasta finishes cooking.
  • 5. To serve, toss pasta and asparagus. Divide between 4 plates. Spoon chicken & sauce over the pasta and asparagus. Sprinkle each serving with a bit of feta and parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

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