Creamy Chicken and Asparagus Pasta

July 07, 2014

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Penne noodles, grilled chicken, and asparagus tossed in a creamy parmesan sauce.

1 (12 oz) box Penne pasta
2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 bunch asparagus, ends removed
2 Tbsp minced garlic
1/4 tsp. onion powder
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. dried basil
1 tsp. dried oregano
red pepper flakes pinch of
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup half n half
4 oz cream cheese
1/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup reserved pasta water

Cook pasta according to package instructions. During the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the asparagus to the water. Drain pasta and asparagus, reserving about 1/4 cup of the pasta water. Heat olive oil in a...
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Nutritions

Calories
272

Sodium
897mg
37% DV

Fat
19g
30% DV

Protein
10g
21% DV

Carbs
12g
4% DV

Fiber
2g
9% DV

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