Chicken Penne with Asparagus Recipe

Name: Chicken Penne with Asparagus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 16 oz pkg of penne; 2 boneless skinless chicken breast; 1 bunch asparagus spears (cut into 1 inch pieces); 5 oz cream cheese; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup roasted red peppers (chopped); 5 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp milk; 1 salt, pepper, parsley and garlic powder to taste; 1 tbsp minced garlic

Servings: persons

1 16 oz pkg of penne
2 boneless skinless chicken breast
1 bunch asparagus spears (cut into 1 inch pieces)
5 oz cream cheese
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1/2 cup roasted red peppers (chopped)
5 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp milk
1 salt, pepper, parsley and garlic powder to taste
1 tbsp minced garlic

1
cook pasta according to pkg
2
warm 3 tbsp olive oil in large skillet over medium heat.
3
stir in chicken, season with salt, pepper and garlic powder to taste.
4
cook until browned.
5
remove chicken to paper towel
6
to skillet add chicken broth, asparagus and season to taste
7
cover and steam for about 8 mins
8
add chicken, cream cheese and roasted red peppers to skillet and warm through
9
add cooked pasta, remaining olive oil and 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese
10
garnish with extra shredded parmesan and parsley
11
serve

506

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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 16 oz pkg of penne, 2 boneless skinless chicken breast, 1 bunch asparagus spears (cut into 1 inch pieces), 5 oz cream cheese, and more.

Yes, Chicken Penne with Asparagus falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!

Chicken Penne with Asparagus

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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