FARFALLE WITH CHICKEN, ASPARAGUS AND BLUE CHEESE

Farfalle with Chicken, Asparagus and Blue Cheese image

Provided by Sackville

Categories Chicken

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb farfalle pasta (bow-tie)
6 ounces cooked chicken breasts, sliced 1/4 inch (may be grilled, poached or broiled)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed,cut into 1-1/2 inch lengths
1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup basil leaves, loosely packed,sliced thinly
4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions, rinse, drain and set aside.
In medium nonstick skillet, heat olive oil; add onion and sauté until translucent.
Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute more; add asparagus, red bell pepper, and 1/2 cup water.
Cook uncovered until water evaporates and asparagus is tender, about 4-5 minutes.
Stir in basil, pasta, and sliced chicken; add salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
Gently blend in blue cheese and serve immediately.