Chicken And Asparagus Fettuccine

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 12 ounces dry fettuccini pasta
• 2 cups 1 inch pieces fresh asparagus
• 1/2 cup butter
• 2 cups half-and-half cream
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 pound cooked chicken breasts - cut into bite size pieces

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. add the asparagus during the last 3 to 5 minutes of cooking. drain, and transfer to a large bowl.
• in a large saucepan over medium heat, combine butter and half-and-half. cook until thick and bubbly. season with garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. stir in parmesan cheese and chicken, and heat through.
• pour sauce over pasta and asparagus, and toss to coat.