ASPARAGUS, CHICKEN, AND PECAN PASTA

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Penne pasta tossed with asparagus, red peppers, pecans, and Parmesan cheese in a delicious sauce that is creamy without being over-powering. This has been a tremendous hit every time I've made it.

Provided by Julie Ledford

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 bunches asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 cup chicken broth
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
salt to taste
½ teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons butter
1 pound grilled chicken breast strips
1 ½ cups grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup pecan halves

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes; drain.
  • Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, red pepper, and asparagus; cook and stir 5 minutes until the garlic softens and mellows. Pour in the chicken broth, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Simmer until the vegetables have softened, then add the basil, salt, pepper, butter, and chicken. Cook and stir a few minutes until the chicken is hot. Stir in the cooked pasta, then fold in the Parmesan cheese and pecan halves to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 685.5 calories, Carbohydrate 64 g, Cholesterol 94 mg, Fat 29.2 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 44.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 478 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

Christiana Udoka
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This recipe sounds delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Jennifer Foley
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I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I'm willing to try this recipe. It looks delicious.


Anaye Chil
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I'm always looking for new pasta recipes. This one looks like a keeper.


Mubarak Hossain
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This recipe looks easy to make. I think I'll give it a try this weekend.


Shukran khan
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I'm not sure about this recipe. The combination of asparagus, chicken, and pecans seems a bit odd to me.


Fabio Fraga
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This pasta looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Ahmëd Yassïnë Mahdi
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This recipe was a disaster. The pasta was overcooked and the chicken was dry. The asparagus was also tough and the pecans were burnt. I would not recommend this recipe.


Theking Off
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I wasn't a fan of this pasta. The asparagus was too fibrous and the chicken was bland. The pecans were the only saving grace.


Safdar Rao
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This pasta was okay. The chicken was a bit dry and the asparagus was a bit tough. The pecans were a nice touch, but overall the dish was just average.


Betty Wurzauf
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I'm always looking for new pasta recipes, and this one definitely didn't disappoint. The asparagus, chicken, and pecans were a great combination, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Mustafa Jawad
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was tender and flavorful, the asparagus was cooked perfectly, and the pecans added a nice touch of crunch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Delight Sigudla
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I love asparagus, chicken, and pecans, so I knew I would love this pasta. I was right! It was delicious. The flavors were perfect and the pasta was cooked to perfection.


Awais Awais
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This pasta was amazing! The asparagus was tender and flavorful, the chicken was juicy and well-seasoned, and the pecans added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


trudy ntombi
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I'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but this dish changed my mind. The asparagus was cooked perfectly and had a slightly sweet flavor. The chicken and pecans were also delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Memphis Bob
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This dish was easy to make and incredibly tasty. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the asparagus was perfectly cooked. The pecans added a nice touch of crunch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


ZiM iSlaM
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I made this pasta last night and it was delicious! The asparagus was perfectly tender and the chicken was juicy. The pecans added a nice crunchy texture. I will definitely be making this again.


Dikau Vakayadra
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This asparagus, chicken, and pecan pasta dish was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.