Penne With Chicken Recipe
Fresh green asparagus in a white cream sauce
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
Cook the Penne Pasta
In a large pot of salted boiling water, add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sauté the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add Asparagus
Add the asparagus pieces to the skillet with the chicken and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
Make the Cream Sauce
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce is thickened.
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the creamy sauce.
Serve
Garnish with fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot.