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easy healthy meals for dinner

easy healthy meals for dinner: 20-Minute Chicken Delight


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A quick and easy spring chicken pasta dish that can be prepared in just 20 minutes.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz pasta
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 2 cups asparagus, trimmed and cut
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
  4. Add garlic, asparagus, and cherry tomatoes to the skillet.
  5. Cook until vegetables are tender.
  6. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Drain pasta and add to the skillet.
  8. Toss everything together and serve with Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
  • Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein.
  • Feel free to add other seasonal vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: 20 Minute Spring Chicken Pasta