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CREAMY CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS PASTA



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My family loves this easy pasta dish with penne noodles, chicken and asparagus tossed in a creamy parmesan sauce.

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 14

12 ounces penne pasta (, or other bite size pasta)
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (, cut in small pieces)
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 bunch fresh asparagus spears (, ends removed)
1 1/2 Tablespoons garlic (, minced)
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
pinch crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup half and half (, or substitute whole milk or cream)
4 ounces cream cheese (, cut into pieces)
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions. During the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the asparagus to the water. Drain pasta and asparagus.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 2 minutes, browning it on all sides.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add the garlic, onion powder, basil, oregano and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add chicken broth, half & half, cream cheese, and half of the parmesan cheese. Stir until well combined. Cook until cream cheese is melted and chicken is cooked through.
  • Add cooked pasta and asparagus toss to combine.
  • Add remaining parmesan cheese and salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings, if needed. You could also add a splash of milk or chicken broth to thin the sauce, if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460 kcal, Carbohydrate 54 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 64 mg, Sodium 244 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CREAMY CHICKEN-ASPARAGUS PASTA



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If you have leftover chicken in the fridge, and broken lasagna noodles in the box in your pantry, here's a terrific way to use them. As a bonus, supper's on the table in 25 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup pine nuts
10 uncooked lasagna noodles (about 8 oz), broken into 2-inch pieces
1 bunch asparagus (about 1 lb), trimmed, cut diagonally into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 jar (15 oz) Alfredo pasta sauce
1/3 cup refrigerated basil pesto (from 7-oz container)
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 small tomato, chopped (1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • To toast pine nuts, sprinkle in ungreased heavy skillet. Cook over medium heat 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently until nuts begin to brown, then stirring constantly until nuts are light brown. Remove from skillet to plate; set aside to cool.
  • Cook and drain noodles as directed on package, adding asparagus during last 3 minutes of cooking time.
  • Meanwhile, in 3-quart saucepan, heat Alfredo sauce to boiling. Stir in pesto with whisk. Stir in chicken and salt.
  • Reserve 1/4 cup asparagus for garnish. Stir noodles and remaining asparagus into Alfredo-pesto mixture. Cook and stir over medium heat until hot. Sprinkle with toasted pine nuts and cheese; garnish with tomato and reserved asparagus.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 970, Carbohydrate 62 g, Cholesterol 175 mg, Fat 10, Fiber 6 g, Protein 44 g, SaturatedFat 27 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (1 3/4 Cups), Sodium 1150 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

SESAME CHICKEN WITH ASPARAGUS



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I was surfing on other sites and found this on the cooks website. I've made it quite a few times and love it!

Provided by nemokitty

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 boneless chicken breasts, chopped in 1 inch pieces
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
8 -10 asparagus spears, sliced at 1-inch angles
1 medium onion, sliced
1 -2 tablespoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • Add oil to pan and heat up. When hot, add chicken, then asparagus. Fast fry over hot flame until chicken is cooked and asparagus is almost crisp.
  • Add onion.
  • Cook until onion and asparagus are fried but still a bit crisp.
  • Add the soy sauce and sesame seeds. Plate it up over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.6, Fat 29.8, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 605.2, Carbohydrate 9.2, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 3.3, Protein 34

CHICKEN ASPARAGUS PASTA



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We enjoy this dish often in the spring when asparagus is fresh on the market. It's a favorite with family and friends and a welcome surprise to those who think they don't like asparagus. -Taralynn Plastina, McHenry, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2/3 cup cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
4 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 ounces uncooked fettuccine
1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in an ungreased 2-qt. baking dish; drizzle with 2 teaspoons oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 10-12 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. , Meanwhile, cook fettuccine according to package directions. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken and garlic in remaining oil until chicken is no longer pink., Stir in the lemon juice, zest and butter; heat through. Remove from the heat. Drain fettuccine; toss with chicken mixture and asparagus. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497 calories, Fat 21g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 823mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

PENNE WITH CHICKEN AND ROASTED ASPARAGUS



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What could be more delicious than pasta , chicken and roasted asparagus, also very healthy and easy to make. The recipe comes courtesy of Mike Miller and the Home for Dinner catering service and KCRA TV.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 lb asparagus
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
4 -5 sprigs rosemary
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces
1/2 cup butter
1/2 tablespoon butter
1 lb penne pasta
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)

Steps:

  • Put vinegar into a small saucepan and simmer until reduced to 3 tablespoons.
  • Remove from heat and stir in brown sugar and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; set aside.
  • (Mixture will be thick like syrup).
  • Meanwhile, snap tough ends off the asparagus and discard.
  • Cut spears into 1-inch pieces.
  • Put asparagus on baking sheet with sprigs of rosemary and toss with olive oil,1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • Roast in 400°F oven until tender, approximately 10 minutes.
  • Melt 1/2 tablespoon butter with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil in medium saute pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken and saute until cooked through.
  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water until just done.
  • Drain pasta and immediately toss with the butter, (cut butter into pieces first) vinegar-sugar mixture, asparagus, chicken, parmesan cheese and remaining 1 teaspoon of salt.
  • Serve with additional parmesan cheese.

ASPARAGUS CHICKEN PASTA



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Fat-free ricotta cheese and reduced-fat sour cream hug a delicious pasta-chicken mixture with yellow bell pepper, red onion, asparagus and fresh basil.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 oz uncooked spaghetti
1 lb asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
8 sun-dried tomato halves (not oil-packed), chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 large yellow bell pepper, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
3/4 cup chopped red onion
2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips
3/4 cup fat-free ricotta cheese
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook and drain spaghetti as directed on package--except omit salt.
  • Meanwhile, in 3-quart saucepan, cook asparagus, tomatoes, garlic, bell pepper, onion and broth over medium heat 5 minutes. Stir in chicken. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until asparagus is crisp-tender and chicken is no longer pink in center.
  • Stir in spaghetti and remaining ingredients. Toss about 30 seconds or until thoroughly heated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 620 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

CHICKEN ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD



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This recipe is adapted from the "Simply Down Home Cookbook' that I received from Studentchef in the Spring 2009 Cookbook Swap. It uses some of my favorite ingredients and I can not wait until late Spring when fresh, local asparagus is in season! A neighboring town, Hadley, Massachusetts is famous for its asparagus and I eat more than my fill every year!

Provided by Jociecee

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb penne rigate or 1 lb rotini pasta
6 -8 ounces of fully cooked boneless chicken, seasoned to your own taste (Italian seasoning, salt, and garlic work well in this recipe and I use leftover roast chicken)
1 lb fresh asparagus
16 ounces fresh grape tomatoes
2/3 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/2 cup pitted coarsely chopped olive (kalamata or the olives of your choice)
1 cup crumbled feta or 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring 4 quarts of water to boil in a stockpot.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente.
  • Drain pasta and keep warm.
  • Wash asparagus and remove and discard tough ends.
  • Slice asparagus into one inch pieces.
  • Cook asparagus in a large skillet in shallow water and steam for 1-2 minutes until crisp tender.
  • Drain well and reserve.
  • Chop chicken into one inch pieces.
  • Cut grape tomatoes in half.
  • Combine Italian dressing ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Add cooked pasta and asparagus to the Italian dressing and mix together until everything is evenly coated.
  • Add chicken, tomatoes, basil, olives, and cheese and stir to combine.
  • Serve pasta salad warm or at room temperature.

ASPARAGUS CHICKEN PASTA



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The asparagus is oven-baked - I served this to two people who do not normally care for asparagus and they loved it. Oven baking brings out a whole different level of flavor and texture. Thin, fresh asparagus works the best for this recipe! I always cut out any tough, white or red pieces on my chicken breasts. If breast tenders are cheaper, they will work perfectly instead of whole breasts. Beginner cooks - you can cook each thing separately ending with the chicken to relieve stress from multiple things at once

Provided by somethingtruelyme

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 lb asparagus
1 whole bulb of garlic
4 tablespoons olive oil
8 ounces chicken breasts
8 ounces penne pasta
4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
4 teaspoons of grated parmesan cheese
4 pinches sea salt
1/2 teaspoon of regular table salt
4 pinches black pepper
2 pinches red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Turn oven to 375°F and start a pot of boiling water for pasta.
  • Cut chicken into bite size pieces, toss in a bowl with 1 pinch of kosher or sea salt, 1 pinch of black pepper and 1 pinch of red pepper flakes.
  • Cut the top 1/4th of the garlic bulb off to expose tops of cloves.
  • Brush garlic lightly with olive oil, place on oven-safe pan in the corner.
  • Rinse and dry asparagus - hold a stick of asparagus between your fingers towards the end of the stick and give it a light bend - snap the bottom of the asparagus stick off slightly before it starts getting hard - repeat with each stick (or for a time saver - just chop off the bottom 1 and 1/2 inches of each stick).
  • Place asparagus in the oven-safe pan with the garlic - lightly coat with olive oil - sprinkle 1 pinch of kosher or sea salt and one pinch of black pepper on asparagus and garlic.
  • Cook in oven for 25 minutes or until asparagus is crisp and garlic clove is browned (You may need to remove one before the other is done cooking depending on sizes).
  • Cook penne pasta according to instructions on packaging; add table salt to water after water starts to boil - drain when cooked slightly beyond al-dente and rinse quickly with cool tap water.
  • Cut mozzarella into pieces less than 1/2 inch by 1/2 inch and place off to the side.
  • In a frying pan, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil and add chicken pieces - stir often to cook each piece and each side evenly until golden brown.
  • In a large bowl, empty chicken pieces and remaining olive oil, toss in pasta and mozzarella.
  • Cut asparagus into bite size pieces and add to pasta mixture.
  • Remove garlic cloves from husk and chop or mash with a knife or fork into small pieces and mix well into pasta mixture.
  • Add remaining seasonings and parmesan cheese and give it one last good mix then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1074.5, Fat 53.9, SaturatedFat 15.2, Cholesterol 120.3, Sodium 2244.7, Carbohydrate 101.7, Fiber 15.3, Sugar 2.3, Protein 49.8

ASPARAGUS-STUFFED CHICKEN ROLLS



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With its pretty presentation and sensational flavors, this rich asparagus stuffed chicken makes any meal feel special. -Louise Ambrose, Kingston, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 fresh asparagus spears
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
4 fresh sage leaves
2 slices provolone cheese (1 ounce each)
2 slices deli ham (3/4 ounce each)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1-1/2 teaspoons butter
1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry., Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Spread mustard over one side of each chicken breast. Down the center of each, place two sage leaves, a cheese slice, ham slice and four asparagus spears. Fold chicken over asparagus; secure with toothpicks., Place flour and egg in separate shallow bowls. In another shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Dip chicken in the flour, egg, then bread crumb mixture., In a large skillet, brown chicken on all sides in butter and oil. Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Add wine to skillet, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Pour over chicken. , Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Discard toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460 calories, Fat 21g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 182mg cholesterol, Sodium 861mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 46g protein.

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