Asparagus, Chicken, and Pecan Pasta Recipe
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Asparagus, Chicken, and Pecan Pasta

By: Julie Ledford  
"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."

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Prep Time:
30 Min
Cook Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
50 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 bunches asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
  • salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 pound grilled chicken breast strips
  • 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup pecan halves (optional)

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes; drain.
  2. 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.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 688 | Total Fat: 29.3g | Cholesterol: 95mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 20, 2008 by Emma 
Fantastic spring time dish! It does work best to keep the pot covered when you add the... MORE
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Reviewed on Mar. 30, 2008 by DOMINIAKS 
Really liked this recipe. My husband, who really is picky about his chicken dishes, thought... MORE
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Reviewed on Mar. 28, 2008 by Julie Ledford 
Probably my favorite main-dish recipe of all time. I often make it with chicken sausage... MORE
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Reviewed on Apr. 1, 2008 by trevor 
Great great dish. We made it for some friends that are getting married in 4 days. Very easy... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 7, 2008 by Artemisdtp Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
I found this recipe to be bland. I actually put a tablespoon of freshly minced garlic and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 8, 2008 by Lorelei 
Great dish- family loved it! Used Havarti cheese instead of parmesan- it melts better, and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 2, 2008 by carolgray62 
Great dish! Only used 1 bunch of asparagus and added mushrooms. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 19, 2008 by Lythgoe29 
This was very easy and very good. I woud alter next time in a couple of ways - a little red... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 20, 2008 by tastebud 
Delicious! I had 6 people coming for dinner, everyone loved it and most had a second helping!... MORE
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Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2008 by esell915 
We love this recipe! It is so easy & quick to make yet so filling. Because my hubby is not a... MORE

 
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