How to cook Asparagus Chicken Pasta easy

Asparagus Chicken Pasta - It turned out very good but i think i could have cooked it a little longer.. Today I am sharing this Asparagus Chicken Pasta! A quick and easy dinner that is ready in under 25 minutes!

You can cook Asparagus Chicken Pasta with 6 Ingredients and 7 steps. See the following guide!

1. 8 oz boneless skinless chicken breasts.
2. 8 oz fettuccine.
3. 12 stalks asparagus, trimmed.
4. 4 oz cherry tomatoes.
5. 3 cloves garlic, minced.
6. 1/4 cup basil pesto.

1. Cook fettuccine according to package directions. *Reserve 3/4 cup pasta water..
2. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Season both sides of your chicken well (I used seasoned salt, garlic powder and pepper)..
3. Cook chicken 4-5 minutes per side until it is browned and no longer pink. *Do not overcook..
4. Transfer chicken to a plate and return pan to medium heat. Add a touch more olive oil..
5. Add asparagus and tomatoes. Season well. Cook several minutes until asparagus starts to soften and turns bright green..
6. Add garlic and sauté 1-2 more minutes until tomatoes start to burst. Add half of the pasta water and pesto. Stir to combine. If not enough liquid, add the rest..
7. Once thickened, remove from heat and add chicken and pasta. Use tongs to coat well and serve..