Pasta with Asparagus, Lemon, and Chicken

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 4
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 426.2
  • Total Fat: 11.3 g
  • Cholesterol: 49.2 mg
  • Sodium: 395.6 mg
  • Total Carbs: 56.9 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 10.3 g
  • Protein: 32.1 g

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Number of Servings: 4

Ingredients

    1 (9-ounce) package whole wheat spaghetti
    1tablespoon olive oil
    5 cups (1-inch) slices asparagus (about 1 1/2 pounds)
    2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
    2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
    1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
    1/4 teaspoon salt
    2 chicken breast halves
    3/4 cup (3 ounces) grated fresh Parmesan cheese

Directions

Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
While pasta cooks, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink. Add asparagus and next 4 ingredients (asparagus through salt). Cover and cook 5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Combine asparagus mixture, pasta, and cheese in a large bowl, tossing to coat.


Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user RSINDERS.