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Lemony Asparagus Fusilli with Chicken

An enticing twist on pasta salad, this Lemony Asparagus Fusilli with Chicken is vibrant, refreshing and full of flavors. Tender chunks of chicken and al dente fusilli are coated in a light olive oil and lemon dressing, and tossed with crisp-tender asparagus for a satisfying meal.
4
45 min
TOTAL TIME
682
CALORIES
$2.79
PER SERVING
Lemony Asparagus Fusilli with Chicken
Directions
7 STEPS
15 min
PREP TIME
30 min
COOK TIME
45 min
TOTAL TIME
1
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the fusilli pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Once done, drain and set aside.
2
While the pasta is cooking, heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
3
Add the chicken chunks to the skillet. Cook until the chicken is golden and cooked through.
4
In the same skillet, add the asparagus pieces, cooking until they're just tender and vibrant green, about 4-6 minutes.
5
Turn off the heat, then stir in the lemon zest, juice, chopped thyme, and the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6
Toss the cooked fusilli into the skillet with the chicken and asparagus. Stir everything together until well combined.
7
Let the pasta stand for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, then serve.
Health Info
Macros
62g
CARBS
27g
FAT
47g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
LACTOSE FREE
Contains these allergens
WHEAT
Frequently Asked Questions
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