Asparagus, Chicken, And Pecan Pasta
Chopped chicken breast and crisp veggies give this asian spaghetti some healthy color.
Recipe Summary Asparagus, Chicken, And Pecan Pasta
Penne pasta tossed with asparagus, red peppers, pecans, and Parmesan cheese in a delicious sauce that is creamy without being over-powering. This has been a tremendous hit every time I've made it.
Ingredients | Chicken Breast Pasta Recipes Nz1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon minced garlic1 red bell pepper, chopped2 bunches asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces1 cup chicken broth¼ cup chopped fresh basilsalt to taste½ teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons butter1 pound grilled chicken breast strips1 ½ cups grated Parmesan cheese½ cup pecan halves (Optional)DirectionsBring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes; drain.Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, red pepper, and asparagus; cook and stir 5 minutes until the garlic softens and mellows. Pour in the chicken broth, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Simmer until the vegetables have softened, then add the basil, salt, pepper, butter, and chicken. Cook and stir a few minutes until the chicken is hot. Stir in the cooked pasta, then fold in the Parmesan cheese and pecan halves to serve.Info | Chicken Breast Pasta Recipes Nzprep:
30 mins
cook:
20 mins
total:
50 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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