Chicken, Asparagus, and Red Pepper Pasta
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- 1 lb asparagus cut into 2 inch pieces
- 1 red bell pepper cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 12 oz 100% whole wheat penne or rotini
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into 1 inch cubes
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1/2 cup mozzarella shredded
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/2 tsp pepper or to taste
Spray 13X9 pan or a dutch oven (as pictured) with cooking spray.
Cook pasta according to package directions.
While pasta is cooking, in a medium skillet, heat 1 T. olive oil over medium heat until hot.
Add asparagus and red bell peppers.
Saute’, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp. Remove from skillet and add chicken and cook until no longer pink.
Combine cooked and drained pasta, chicken, and vegetables in the baking dish. Add salt and pepper and mix well.
Top with both cheeses.
Broil for 3-5 min or until cheese is melted and beginning to brown. It goes fast so watch it closely.