Asparagus, Chicken and Penne Pasta (Albertsons.com)

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) package dry penne pasta
• 2  tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 3  boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
• 4  garlic cloves, minced
• 12  ounces asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
• 1  teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
•  salt and pepper
• 1⁄2 cup  grated parmesan cheese

Directions

1. 1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling.
2. water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain, and transfer to a large.
3. bowl.
4. 2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute.
5. chicken until firm and lightly browned; remove from pan. Add the remaining.
6. tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Cook and stir garlic, asparagus, and red.
7. pepper flakes in oil until asparagus is tender. Stir in chicken, and cook for 2.
8. minutes to blend the flavors. Season with salt and pepper.
9. 3. Toss pasta with chicken and asparagus mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.