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Lemon, Garlic, and Asparagus Warm Caprese Pasta Salad

Prep Time: 20 min
Cook Time: 20 min

Ingredients

  • 1 pound mezze (short) penne pasta
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into thirds
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice, or more to taste
  • ½ large shallot, minced
  • 2 large cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large grilled chicken breast, sliced thinly and halved
  • 1 roma (plum) tomato, diced
  • 8 leaves fresh basil, torn