Sesame Chicken and Asparagus Pasta

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Sesame Chicken and Asparagus Pasta—a fusion of savory, sweet, and nutty flavors. Tender strips of seasoned chicken and crisp-tender asparagus are coated in a luscious sauce made with soy sauce, honey, toasted sesame oil, and a kick of garlic and ginger. Tossed with perfectly al dente linguine, this dish is topped off with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh scallions for a burst of texture and brightness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy recipe combines the comfort of pasta with vibrant Asian-inspired flavors, making it a crowd-pleasing meal perfect for busy evenings.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 bunch asparagus
• 12 oz linguine pasta
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
• 1.5 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, grated
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 2 pieces scallions, thinly sliced
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Trim the tough ends off the asparagus and cut the stalks into 2-inch pieces. Set aside.

Step 3

Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and season them with salt and black pepper.

Step 4

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set the sauce aside.

Step 5

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the asparagus pieces and sauté for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.

Step 7

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the asparagus. Pour the sauce over the chicken and asparagus, stirring to coat everything evenly. Cook for 2–3 minutes to heat through.

Step 8

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with sauce and the chicken and asparagus are evenly distributed.

Step 9

Sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced scallions over the top for garnish.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your Sesame Chicken and Asparagus Pasta!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1294.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2349.2

Total Fat 82.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g
Cholesterol 475.9mg	0%
Sodium 5646.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 235.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 42.5g
Protein 160.2g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 267.0mg	0%
Iron 26.1mg	0%
Potassium 2600.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.9%

Protein: 27.6%

Carbs: 40.5%