Lemon Chicken Asparagus Pasta

A good dinner recipe for two could be a delicious and easy-to-make Lemon Chicken Asparagus Pasta. This dish is perfect for a cozy night in and combines the flavors of lemon, chicken, and asparagus in a delightful way. It's a great option for a date night or a simple meal with a friend.

To make this recipe, you'll need:
8 oz. pasta (such as spaghetti or linguine)
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
3 cloves garlic, minced
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Here's how to make it:
Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
In the same skillet, add the asparagus and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, along with the drained pasta, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Toss everything together, adding a little bit of the reserved pasta water if needed to help the sauce coat the pasta.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese, and season with additional salt and pepper, if desired. Serve the pasta in bowls, garnished with fresh parsley.

This Lemon Chicken Asparagus Pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dinner for two. Enjoy!