Healthy Dinner Recipes: Asparagus, Chicken and Penne Pasta

1 (16 ounce) package dry penne pasta2 tablespoons olive oil, divided3/4 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast meat - cut into bite-size pieces4 cloves garlic, minced12 ounces asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakessalt and pepper to taste1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheeseBring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain, and transfer to a large bowl. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute chicken until firm and lightly browned; remove from pan. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Cook and stir garlic, asparagus, and red pepper flakes in oil until asparagus is tender. Stir in chicken, and cook for 2 minutes to blend the flavors. Season with salt and pepper. Toss pasta with chicken and asparagus mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 311 | Total Fat: 6.8g | Cholesterol: 29mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

Asparagus, Chicken and Penne Pasta

Servings Per Recipe: 8

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 311

Total Fat: 6.8gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 113mgTotal Carbs: 43.2g    Dietary Fiber: 2.8gProtein: 20.3g VIEW DETAILED NUTRITION
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Low-Calorie Recipes: Asparagus Soup I | Submitted By: Heather Simpson

4 large potatoes, peeled2 cubes chicken bouillon2 (10 ounce) cans asparagus1 tablespoon fennel seed1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper to taste1 tablespoon fennel greens for garnishBoil and mash potatoes. Puree in a blender, and set aside. In large pot, dissolve bouillon in water following the directions on the package. Add asparagus spears, and stir until spears are dissolved. Stir in the potatoes. Season with fennel seeds and pepper to taste. Garnish with fennel greenery if desired. Serve hot. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 173 | Total Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: < 1mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

Servings Per Recipe: 8

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 173

Total Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: < 1mgSodium: 312mgTotal Carbs: 37.9g    Dietary Fiber: 6.2gProtein: 6.4g VIEW DETAILED NUTRITION
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