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This easy Creamy Chicken and Asparagus Pasta is quick and simple to make and perfect for nights when you need a cheesy pasta fix!
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Creamy Chicken and Asparagus Pasta Dinner for Two

This easy Creamy Chicken and Asparagus Pasta is quick and simple to make and perfect for nights when you need a cheesy pasta fix!
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 2 to 3 servings
Calories 585kcal
Author Tracy

Ingredients

Chicken and Pasta

  • 1 small (8oz) boneless skinless chicken breast pounded to an even thickness
  • Salt and pepper
  • Italian seasoning*
  • 6 oz fettuccine
  • 1 cup chopped asparagus (1-inch pieces) woody ends trimmed

Alfredo Sauce

  • 1/4 cup (2oz) butter
  • 1 cup half and half*
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 cup (2oz) shredded Parmesan cheese plus more for topping

Instructions

  • Sprinkle both sides of your chicken breast with salt, pepper, and a little Italian seasoning. Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Grease with cooking spray or a drizzle of your favorite cooking oil and place chicken in the pan. Cook each side for 4 to 8 minutes, until an instant-read thermometer reads 160°F. Transfer your chicken to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
  • While your chicken breast is cooking, place a medium pot of lightly salted water on to boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions. In the last 3 to 5 minutes of cooking time, add asparagus to the water. Drain and set aside.
  • While your pasta cooks, in a medium saucepan, over medium heat, melt butter. Add half and half, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 to 8 minutes, until sauce is reduced and slightly thickened. Do not allow to come to a full boil. Stir in Parmesan until melted and pour over noodles and asparagus. Transfer pasta mixture to bowls.
  • Immediately chop or slice chicken breast--if it has cooled significantly, you can stir it into the hot pasta and sauce, otherwise, serve over the top of your pasta.
  • Top with more Parmesan if desired and enjoy!

Notes

*If you don't have Italian seasoning, you can use a little basil and oregano.
*To substitute for half and half, combine 1/3 cup heavy cream and 2/3 cup milk. For a richer, heavier sauce, you can use all heavy cream.
Approximate nutritional information is for 3 servings.

Nutrition

Calories: 585kcal