Description
Creamy chicken asparagus pasta is the ultimate comfort dish, combining tender chicken and vibrant asparagus in a rich, velvety sauce. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, delivering restaurant-quality flavor right at home. With its colorful ingredients and customizable nature, you’ll find this dish quickly becomes a family favorite. Enjoy the delightful aromas and flavors that come together effortlessly for a meal that brings everyone to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
- 1 lb fresh asparagus
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown and cooked through.
- Stir in minced garlic, then add chopped asparagus; sauté until asparagus is vibrant green but still crisp.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine. Let it simmer until slightly thickened.
- Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Squeeze lemon juice over the mixture for added brightness.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce mixture, tossing well to coat evenly. If needed, add reserved pasta water to adjust consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 105mg