Ingredients
1 (8oz) boneless skinless chicken breast – even thickness
Salt & pepper
Italian seasoning
6 oz fettuccine
1 cup chopped asparagus (1-inch pieces) trimmed
Sauce:
1/4 cup (2oz) butter
1 cup half and half
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup (2oz) shredded Parmesan cheese
Sprinkle both sides of your chicken with salt, pepper & Italian seasoning. Heat medium skillet over medium-high, greased. Place chicken in pan. Cook each side for 4 – 8 minutes. Transfer chicken to plate. Cook pasta according to package. In the last 3 – 5 minutes of cooking time, add asparagus to water. Drain & set aside. In medium saucepan over medium, melt butter. Add half and half, garlic powder, salt, pepper, & cayenne. Bring to simmer, cook 5 – 8 minutes, until slightly thickened. Do not allow fully boil. Stir in Parmesan until melted & pour over noodles & asparagus. Transfer to bowls, chop or slice chicken breast & serve over top of pasta. Garnish with more Parmesan and enjoy!
