Dinner

Chicken, asparagus and goat cheese penne pasta is for Dinner.

Chicken, asparagus and goat cheese penne pasta takes 20 minutes to prepare.

Chicken, asparagus and goat cheese penne pasta takes 30 minutes to cook.

Chicken, asparagus and goat cheese penne pasta makes 2 servings.

The ingredients for Chicken, asparagus and goat cheese penne pasta are:

1 1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 cup chopped asparagus
6 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with herbs, including juice
1 ounce soft goat cheese, crumbled
1 tablespoon of parsley
3 scallions

Here is how you make Chicken, asparagus and goat cheese penne pasta:

Makes 2 full dinner servingsFill a large pot 3/4 full with water and bring to a boil. Add the whole-wheat pasta and cook until al dente (tender), 10 to 12 minutes, or according to the package directions. Drain the pasta thoroughly. Set aside.Cut the asparagus and steam (I like to steam it in the microwave in steamer bags).Warm the olive oil in a large non-stick frying pan. Add the chicken and garlic and saute over medium-high heat. Cook until the chicken is golden brown, about 5 to 7 minutes. Add the scallions and cook for about 1 more minute. Add the tomatoes, including their juice, and simmer 1 minute more.Add the fresh parsley and salt and pepper to taste.In a large bowl, add the cooked pasta, steamed asparagus, chicken mixture and goat cheese. Toss gently to mix evenly.Serve and enjoy!Number of Servings: 2Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user HARMONISTA.

The nutritional information for Chicken, asparagus and goat cheese penne pasta is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 2
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 422.6

• Total Fat: 7.8 g
• Cholesterol: 55.8 mg
• Sodium: 235.5 mg
• Total Carbs: 55.1 g
• Dietary Fiber: 8.7 g
• Protein: 34.3 g