Indulge in a creamy and flavorful Chicken and Asparagus Fettuccine dinner that is both satisfying and delicious. This rich chicken Alfredo dish with tender asparagus is perfect for a comforting meal.
Author:Paula
Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:25 mins
Total Time:40 mins
Yield:6 servings
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Fettuccine Pasta:
12 ounces dry fettuccini pasta
Asparagus:
2 cups (1-inch pieces) fresh asparagus
Sauce:
½ cup butter
2 cups half-and-half cream
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ pound cooked chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
Instructions
Cook Pasta: Boil a pot of salted water, add pasta and cook until al dente. Add asparagus in the last few minutes of cooking. Drain and place in a bowl.
Prepare Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter with half-and-half until thick. Season with garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne. Stir in Parmesan and chicken, heating through.
Combine: Pour sauce over pasta and asparagus, tossing to coat.