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Chicken Asparagus Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe

This Chicken Asparagus Fettuccine Alfredo is so simple to throw together, and is sure to be a hit with the picky eaters. If you are a pasta lover, this recipe is sure to be a new favorite.
Serving6 people
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces fettuccine noodles
  • 5 Tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
  • salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste
  • garlic powder, to taste
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 bunch asparagus
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
  • 20 oz alfredo sauce

Equipment

Instructions

  • Cook noodles according to directions on package for Al dente, then drain and set aside.  
  • In a large skillet or saucepan, warm 3 Tablespoons olive oil over medium heat.  Add chicken to pan and sprinkle with salt and pepper and garlic powder.  Cook for 5 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken from pan and place on paper towels to absorb extra oil.  
  • In the same pan, add chicken broth, asparagus and minced garlic. Cover and steam for 5 to 10 minutes until asparagus is soft. 
  • Stir chicken and asparagus mixture into noodles.  Drizzle on remaining 2 Tablespoons of olive oil.  
  • Mix in Alfredo sauce and Parmesan cheese.

Notes

I love this combination with asparagus, however, you could easily switch it up and do really any vegetable you prefer. Here are a few that might also be delicious with this recipe:
  • broccoli
  • cauliflower
  • carrots
  • sugar snap peas
  • green beans
  • peas
  • zucchini
  • yellow squash
Everything should freeze well, but you may need a little more sauce or cheese when you reheat it, because it will sink in to the chicken and noodles a little more.
We also recommend freezing it in an airtight container, to help it stay fresh in the freezer. We suggest eating it within a week or two of making it, for the best results, and best tasting leftovers.

Nutrition

Calories: 657 kcal · Carbohydrates: 61 g · Protein: 27 g · Fat: 34 g · Saturated Fat: 12 g · Trans Fat: 1 g · Cholesterol: 155 mg · Sodium: 973 mg · Potassium: 516 mg · Fiber: 4 g · Sugar: 4 g · Vitamin A: 691 IU · Vitamin C: 8 mg · Calcium: 148 mg · Iron: 3 mg
Cuisine: Italian
Course: Main Course