Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 pound chicken breasts - cut into bite size pieces
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves large garlic - chopped
  • 1 cup asparagus - cut into bite size pieces
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken broth - plus a bit more if needed
  • 1 lemon - juiced and zested
  • 8 oz mini penne pasta
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • pinch of red chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup either fresh mozzarella or grated parmesan

Instruction

  • In large skillet, saute chicken and onion over medium heat until chicken is almost cooked through.
  • Add garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Add chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, pasta, basil, chili flakes, salt and pepper.
  • Simmer stirring occasionally until almost all the liquid is gone (about 10-12 minutes) and toss in Asparagus. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until asparagus is crisp tender. Top with cheese. Cover and turn off heat allowing cheese to melt for a few minutes and serve!