Quick Chicken and Pasta Dinner Recipe

Name: Quick Chicken and Pasta Dinner
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into small strips crosswise; ⅛ teaspoon paprika; ⅛ teaspoon dried oregano; salt and pepper; ¼ cup olive oil; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 cup asparagus, cut into 1 in pieces; 1 (12 ounce) jarprogresso alfredo sauce; 1 roasted red pepper, roughly chopped; 3 -4 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; fresh ground pepper; ¼ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese or ¼ cup locatelli cheese; 1 lb penne pasta

Servings: persons

3 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into small strips crosswise
⅛ teaspoon paprika
⅛ teaspoon dried oregano
salt and pepper
¼ cup olive oil
1 green bell pepper, diced
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 cup asparagus, cut into 1 in pieces
1 (12 ounce) jarprogresso alfredo sauce
1 roasted red pepper, roughly chopped
3 -4 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
fresh ground pepper
¼ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese or ¼ cup locatelli cheese
1 lb penne pasta

1
begin cooking penne according to package directions.
2
In a large deep frying pan heat olive oil and add green peppers and garlic, saute about two minutes then add asparagus, sautee until crisp tender.
3
Remove from pan with slotted spoon and set aside.
4
Sprinkle paprika, oregano, salt and pepper over chicken pieces.
5
Add to the hot pan and saute until no longer pink.
6
Return the peppers and asparagus to the pan stir together with chicken.
7
Add the alfredo sauce and the the chopped roasted peppers and stir.
8
Bring back to a simmer and add the basil and cheese.
9
Immediately turn off and continue to stir.
10
Drain pasta and return to large cooking pot.
11
Pour sauce over pasta and return to heat for about two minutes stirring frequently.
12
Serve with additional grated cheese on the side.

861

kcal

Calories

Fat

117

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into small strips crosswise, ⅛ teaspoon paprika, ⅛ teaspoon dried oregano, salt and pepper, and more.

Yes, Quick Chicken and Pasta Dinner 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!

Quick Chicken and Pasta Dinner

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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