A light and filling one-pot pasta dish featuring chicken, asparagus, lemon, and cream, perfect for spring. This delightful recipe combines protein, veggies, and pasta all in one pot for a meal that everyone will love.
1: Wash and cut asparagus, set aside.
2: Slice half of a lemon, and juice the other half, set aside.
3: Dice up chicken into 1 inch pieces, season liberally with favorite seasoning. Meanwhile, bring a pot to boil, and cook pasta for 3 minutes from recommended time.
4: Heat a large pan, add olive oil to coat the bottom and 2 tablespoons of butter. Sear chicken until browned on both sides.
5: Once browned, remove to a bowl and set aside. To the same pan, add asparagus and garlic and toss in pan drippings. Cook for 1 minute, then remove and set aside.
6: To the pan, add 1 tablespoon of butter and heavy cream. Season and bring to a bubble. Once bubbling, add in chicken and cook for 1-2 minutes.
7: When pasta is about ready, reserve 1.5 cups of pasta water, then drain pasta and add into the pan with chicken. Stir and add pasta water. Allow to cook for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
8: Add in asparagus and lemon slices. Let bubble for 5 minutes and serve.
