Ingredients

  • 4 slices sun-dried tomatoes
  • 14 cup boiling water
  • 1 lb linguine
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 14 cup diced shallot
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 12 lbs chicken tenders, trimmed
  • 12 teaspoon fresh thyme, minced
  • 12 teaspoon fresh rosemary, minced
  • 1 pinch chili pepper flakes
  • 1 lemon, zested and sliced into 1/8 inch slices
  • 12 lb fresh asparagus, fibrous ends trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon toasted pine nuts, for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese, for garnish

Method

  • Immerse the sun-dried tomato in the boiling water to reconstitute them; set aside.
  • Cook the linguini according to package directions.
  • While the pasta is cooking, in a saute pan over medium heat melt the olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter.
  • Cook the shallots until they're soft, then add the garlic and saute for 1 minute.
  • Add the chicken tenders and cook for 4 minutes.
  • While tenders are cooking, remove reconstituted tomatoes from water, reserving the liquid, and chop the tomatoes.
  • Turn the meat over and add the chopped tomatoes, reserved liquid, remaining butter, the thyme, rosemary, pepper flakes, lemon zest and slices, and the asparagus; stir to coat and saute all for 7 minutes or until asparagus is to preferred texture.
  • When the pasta is done, drain it then pour it onto a serving platter; arrange the sauteed chicken pieces around the edges and pour the sauce over the pasta.
  • Garnish with basil, pine nuts, and Parmesan and serve.