Chicken Asparagus Pasta Grill (Print-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Ingredients for Pasta Dish
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2 skinless and boneless chicken breasts
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1 tsp of Italian spices
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1 lb of asparagus with tough ends cut off
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Olive oil, fresh black pepper, and kosher salt—use as needed
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12 oz of rotini pasta
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1/3 cup of pesto sauce
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Juice from half a lemon
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1/4 cup of shredded parmesan cheese or Pecorino Romano
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2 tbsp of toasted pine nuts
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Chopped basil and extra Pecorino Romano for sprinkling on top
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Follow the cooking instructions on the package. Once done, drain and toss it into a big serving dish.
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As the pasta is cooking, start warming the grill on medium-high heat.
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Rub the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Spread asparagus in one even layer on a foil-lined pan. Drizzle olive oil over it, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and mix to coat well.
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Cook the chicken on the grill for 4-6 minutes per side, or until the internal heat hits 160°-165°F. Set it aside to rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
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Lay asparagus across the grill horizontally. Let it cook for 2 minutes, turn it with tongs, and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Chop into pieces about 2 inches long.
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Put the chopped asparagus and chicken in the bowl with the pasta. Toss in lemon juice, pesto, and parmesan cheese. Mix until evenly coated and check if it needs extra seasoning.
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Finish with toasted pine nuts and fresh basil if you’d like. Serve warm or chilled.