Chicken And Ziti With Asparagus In A Creamy Sauce

Name: Chicken And Ziti With Asparagus In A Creamy Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb asparagus, cut into 2-inch lengths; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips; salt; fresh ground black pepper; 1 red pepper, cut into strips; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1 cup low sodium chicken broth; 2 tablespoons low-fat sour cream; 12 ounces ziti pasta or 12 ounces penne; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1 lb asparagus, cut into 2-inch lengths
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 red pepper, cut into strips
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons low-fat sour cream
12 ounces ziti pasta or 12 ounces penne
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Place the asparagus in a colander and lower it into the boiling water. Cook the asparagus until it is just tender, about 2-4 minutes. Plunge the colander of asparagus into a bowl of ice water. When the asparagus is cool, remove the colander from the ice water and drain.
3
Top off the pot of water, if necessary, and bring it back to a boil.
4
Heat the olive oil in a large saute pan over moderately high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and add it to the pan. Saute the chicken until golden on all sides.
5
Add the red peppers and cook for 2 more minutes. Remove the chicken and red peppers from the pan and set aside.
6
Turn the heat down to medium, add the wine and reduce until it is almost completely evaporated. Add the chicken stock and reduce by half. Add the low-fat sour cream and stir until the sauce is creamy. Add the chicken, red peppers and asparagus to the sauce and heat thoroughly. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
7
Meanwhile, add the pasta to the boiling water and cook for about 12 minutes until it is al dente. Drain and toss with the chicken and cream sauce. Serve immediately in warm pasta bowls and sprinkle with parsley.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb asparagus, cut into 2-inch lengths, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips, salt, and more.

Yes, Chicken And Ziti With Asparagus In A Creamy Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!