Creamy Chicken Pasta

Creamy Chicken Pasta Healthy Recipe

6 Servings 25 min Cook

Macros/Serving: 531 Calories
Tags: | pasta

Ingredients

3 0 Cup dry Orzo
3 Tbsp Olive Oil
4 Half breast (fillet) Chicken Breast
1 Lb Asparagus
1 Dash Salt
1 Dash Pepper
2 Cup cherry tomatoes Cherry Tomatoes
3 Tbsp Wheat Flour
1 Cup Chicken Broth
1 Cup Almond Milk
8 Oz Parmesan Cheese

Directions

Prepare orzo as per package directions.

In the meantime, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Add chopped chicken pieces and asparagus; season with salt and pepper.

Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and browned on all sides, 8-12 minutes.

Add tomatoes and continue to cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until tomatoes are tender; set aside.

Heat remaining olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.

Sprinkle with flour; whisk to combine.

Whisk in veggie or chicken broth; whisk until thoroughly combined.

Whisk in milk, and bring the mixture to a simmer; allow to cook for 1 minute, or until thickened.

Add parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper; stir until cheese is melted.

Add orza to the chicken and mix well.

Add orzo/chicken mixture to the sauce.

Toss well to combine.

Serve.

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