Spring Chicken Pasta Recipe

Name: Spring Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ounces, weight Rotini Pasta (dry Weight); 5 spears Fresh Asparagus, Tough Stem Removed And Cut Into 1 Inch Pieces; 3 teaspoons Olive Oil, Divided; 1/2 cups Chopped Brussels Sprouts; 1 teaspoon Fresh Garlic, Minced; 1/2 cups Cherry Tomatoes, Halved; 1 cup Arugula, Packed; 4 ounces, weight Diced Grilled Chicken (leftovers Are Great); 1 Tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice; 1/2 teaspoons Lemon Zest; 2 Tablespoons Chopped Fresh Basil Leaves; Salt And Pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

2 ounces, weight Rotini Pasta (dry Weight)
5 spears Fresh Asparagus, Tough Stem Removed And Cut Into 1 Inch Pieces
3 teaspoons Olive Oil, Divided
1/2 cups Chopped Brussels Sprouts
1 teaspoon Fresh Garlic, Minced
1/2 cups Cherry Tomatoes, Halved
1 cup Arugula, Packed
4 ounces, weight Diced Grilled Chicken (leftovers Are Great)
1 Tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
1/2 teaspoons Lemon Zest
2 Tablespoons Chopped Fresh Basil Leaves
Salt And Pepper, to taste

1
Cook pasta according to package directions.
2
Add the asparagus to the cooking pasta during the last 3 minutes of cooking time.
3
Drain well.
4
Meanwhile, heat 1 teaspoon oil in a small skillet over medium heat.
5
Add the chopped Brussels sprouts and cook, stirring often, until they soften and begin to brown slightly.
6
Add the garlic, tomatoes, and arugula.
7
Cook about 30 more seconds, or until the garlic is fragrant.
8
Remove the pan from the heat.
9
Microwave chopped chicken for about 1 minute or until hot.
10
Chop up the tomato and place in a bowl.
11
Add the pasta and veggies, followed by the chicken.
12
Add the remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and basil.
13
Give it a toss and season with salt and pepper.

168

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ounces, weight Rotini Pasta (dry Weight), 5 spears Fresh Asparagus, Tough Stem Removed And Cut Into 1 Inch Pieces, 3 teaspoons Olive Oil, Divided, 1/2 cups Chopped Brussels Sprouts, and more.

Yes, Spring Chicken Pasta 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.

Spring Chicken Pasta

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