Skillet Chicken and Penne
by Lauren Kuntz
serves: 8
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Easy Pasta dish |
Ingredients: |
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16 oz |
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Whole Wheat Penne |
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2 tbsp |
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olive oil |
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3/4 lb |
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skinless, boneless chicken breasts (cut into small chunks( |
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12 oz |
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Asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieves |
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4 cloves |
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minced garlic |
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1/4 cup |
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ricotta cheese |
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1/4 cup |
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Parmesan Cheese |
Directions: |
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1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until aldente. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute chicken until firm and lightly browned; remove from pan. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Cook and stir garlic and asparagus in oil until asparagus is tender. Stir in chicken and ricotta, and cook for 2 minutes to blend the flavors.
3.Toss pasta with chicken and asparagus mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
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