Rotelli with Roasted Asparagus, Chicken, and Lemon Thyme Recipe

Name: Rotelli with Roasted Asparagus, Chicken, and Lemon Thyme
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb. thin asparagus; 3 tbsp. olive oil; 1 tbsp. fresh lemon thyme leaves; 3/4 tsp. salt; 1 lb. rotelli or fusilli pasta; 12 oz. chicken-breast halves; 2 tsp. lemon zest; 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice; 1/4 tsp. Freshly ground pepper; 2 oz. Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lb. thin asparagus
3 tbsp. olive oil
1 tbsp. fresh lemon thyme leaves
3/4 tsp. salt
1 lb. rotelli or fusilli pasta
12 oz. chicken-breast halves
2 tsp. lemon zest
3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1/4 tsp. Freshly ground pepper
2 oz. Parmesan cheese

1
Preheat oven to 450 F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Toss asparagus with 1 Tbsp of the olive oil, thyme, and 1/4 tsp of the salt in a large roasting pan.
3
Spread out into an even layer and roast 8 to 10 minutes, until crisp-tender.
4
While asparagus roasts, add pasta to the boiling water and stir a few times; cook according to package directions.
5
Meanwhile, heat remaining olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat; add chicken and sprinkle with 1/4 tsp of the salt.
6
Stir-fry 3 minutes, until browned.
7
Add lemon zest; stir-fry 1 minute longer, until chicken is cooked through.
8
Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice, remaining 1/4 tsp of the salt, and pepper.
9
Drain pasta and return to pot; add asparagus and chicken mixture and toss.
10
Divide over 6 plates.
11
Top each serving with Parmesan cheese.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lb. thin asparagus, 3 tbsp. olive oil, 1 tbsp. fresh lemon thyme leaves, 3/4 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Rotelli with Roasted Asparagus, Chicken, and Lemon Thyme 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.

Rotelli with Roasted Asparagus, Chicken, and Lemon Thyme

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