Chicken and Asparagus Pasta Toss

Health score
22%
Chicken and Asparagus Pasta Toss
45 min.
7
408kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that is quick and easy to make? Look no further than this Chicken and Asparagus Pasta Toss! This recipe is perfect for those who are in need of a hearty and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, lunch, or even a main course. With a cooking time of just 45 minutes, this dish is not only convenient, but it also yields 7 servings, making it great for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week.

The combination of tender asparagus, juicy chicken, and tangy diced tomatoes tossed with rotini pasta creates a harmonious and delectable blend of flavors and textures. With a touch of hot sauce and crushed red pepper, this pasta toss also offers a hint of heat for those who enjoy a little kick in their meal. Plus, with the addition of Parmesan cheese, this dish delivers a creamy and rich finish that is absolutely irresistible.

In addition to being a crowd-pleaser, this Chicken and Asparagus Pasta Toss is also a relatively healthy option, with a caloric breakdown that includes a good balance of protein, fat, and carbs. Whether you are cooking for a family dinner or preparing a dish for a potluck, this recipe is sure to be a hit and will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • cups asparagus (1-inch)
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • tablespoon butter 
  • 28 ounce canned tomatoes diced drained canned
  • ounce precooked chicken strips (such as Louis Rich)
  • teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • tablespoon hot sauce 
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • cups onion chopped
  • teaspoon paprika 
  • ounces preshredded parmesan cheese fresh
  • pound rotini uncooked (corkscrew pasta)
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain.
  2. Combine pasta and oil in a large bowl, and toss well.
  3. Melt butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat; add asparagus, onion, hot sauce, and red pepper. Cook 5 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender, stirring frequently. Stir in pasta, salt, black pepper, chicken, and tomatoes; cook 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Stir in cheese; sprinkle with paprika.

Nutrition Facts

Calories408kcal
Protein20.92%
Fat17.43%
Carbs61.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.57
Glycemic Load
23.17
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
23.018695668034%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
5.56mg
Kaempferol
1.1mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
17.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:408.23kcal
20.41%
Fat:8.03g
12.35%
Saturated Fat:3.6g
22.5%
Carbohydrates:63.92g
21.31%
Net Carbohydrates:57.48g
20.9%
Sugar:9.91g
11.01%
Cholesterol:28.11mg
9.37%
Sodium:529.29mg
23.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.69g
43.38%
Selenium:53.79µg
76.85%
Manganese:0.98mg
48.86%
Phosphorus:339.78mg
33.98%
Vitamin K:31.92µg
30.4%
Vitamin B6:0.58mg
28.88%
Vitamin B3:5.74mg
28.69%
Copper:0.54mg
26.9%
Fiber:6.43g
25.74%
Vitamin C:18.72mg
22.69%
Calcium:224.13mg
22.41%
Potassium:776.81mg
22.19%
Iron:3.96mg
22.02%
Vitamin A:1059.88IU
21.2%
Magnesium:82.49mg
20.62%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
17.95%
Vitamin E:2.63mg
17.51%
Folate:67.18µg
16.8%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.55%
Zinc:2.11mg
14.08%
Vitamin B5:1.22mg
12.24%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.3%
Source:My Recipes