Asparagus Pasta

Light and flavorful asparagus pasta that’s loaded with fresh ingredients and a delicious cheese sauce. This is the perfect pasta dish for summer! 

Asparagus Pasta with Lemon

We make asparagus all the time in the summer and this is another delicious way to enjoy it. The fresh flavors from the vegetables pair perfectly with the pasta and taste so delicious. It’s an easy 30-minute meal that you’ll definitely want to try out!

One of my favorite pasta dishes to make during the summer time is asparagus pasta. I love the fresh flavors and the extra crunch that the asparagus adds. I also love the flavor from the charred and juicy tomatoes. It’s a great way to use up produce from your garden or extra produce in the fridge…just add your favorite veggies in with the asparagus and you’ll have a delicious pasta dish in no time.

The light sauce that the crème fraîche and parmesan cheese creates for this pasta is also amazing. It’s the perfect addition and really ties the dish together. If you don’t want to pick up crème fraîche, add more Parmesan cheese or use some heavy cream like I do in madeira chicken.

If you love creamy pasta dishes like spaghetti carbonara or homemade alfredo, you are bound to love this creamy asparagus pasta!

Ingredients

• Pasta: My favorite to use is linguine, although penne or rotini would work too.
• Chicken: I like to add chicken to bulk up the dish and add some protein. Shrimp would also taste delicious.
• Veggies: You can add in as many or little vegetables as you’d like. Sometimes I’ll toss in broccoli, mushrooms or chopped red bell peppers.
• Cheese: I added in crème fraîche and parmesan cheese to make the light sauce. You can add in more parmesan in place of the crème fraîche if you’d like.
• Oils and seasonings: What I like about this recipe is that there aren’t a ton of oils and seasonings required…just olive oil, lemon pepper, butter, garlic and lemon juice.

How to Make Asparagus Pasta

1. Cook the pasta according to directions, then drain and set aside.
2. Season and sear the chicken in a skillet over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side. Then transfer to a plate and set aside.
3. Saute the asparagus for 3 to 4 minutes, then add in tomatoes and garlic. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender.
4. Add the pasta and chicken back in to the pan, then mix in the creme fraiche and parmesan cheese. Stir in the lemon juice until creamy.
5. Top with more shaved parmesan and fresh parsley if desired.

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