Light Chicken And Asparagus Carbonara Recipe

Name: Light Chicken And Asparagus Carbonara
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces spaghetti; 2 cups asparagus, 1 inch slices (about 3/4 lb); 1/2 cup egg substitute; 1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1/2 cup onion, chopped; 1/4 cup dry vermouth; 2 cups cooked chicken breasts, chopped; 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (2 ounces, freshly grated); 3 tablespoons fresh flat leaf parsley, finely chopped; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled

Servings: persons

8 ounces spaghetti
2 cups asparagus, 1 inch slices (about 3/4 lb)
1/2 cup egg substitute
1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/4 cup dry vermouth
2 cups cooked chicken breasts, chopped
1/2 cup parmesan cheese (2 ounces, freshly grated)
3 tablespoons fresh flat leaf parsley, finely chopped
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled

1
Cook pasta in boiling water 10 minutes or until al dente; add asparagus during final 2 minutes of cooking.
2
At this point, if you don't already have pre cooked chicken, season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on each side. Heat a bit of olive oil in a skillet, and sautee breasts 5 minutes on each side, or until done. Chop chicken into bite sized pieces, and set aside.
3
Drain pasta mixture in a colander over a bowl, reserving 1/3 cup cooking liquid.
4
Combine reserved cooking liquid, egg substitute, and milk, stirring with a whisk.
5
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil and onion to pan; saute 2 minutes.
6
Add vermouth; cook 1 minute.
7
Add cooked pasta and asparagus mixture; stir to combine.
8
Remove from heat; stir in milk mixture, chicken, and cheese.
9
Place pan over medium heat, and cook 4 minutes or until slightly thick, stirring frequently. Do not let it scorch.
10
Remove from heat; stir in parsley, salt, pepper, and bacon. Serve immediately.

538

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces spaghetti, 2 cups asparagus, 1 inch slices (about 3/4 lb), 1/2 cup egg substitute, 1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk, and more.

Yes, Light Chicken And Asparagus Carbonara 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.

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Light Chicken And Asparagus Carbonara

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Variations & substitutions

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