Chicken Asparagus Saute

Photo: flickr user megan.chromik

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into 3 x 1 inch strips

Med. can (approximately 15 oz.) peeled, chopped tomatoes, drained

2 cups diagonally sliced asparagus

4 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 cup canned ready-to-serve chicken broth

cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or red wine 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped

Pepper to taste

Preparation

In large non-stick skillet heat oil over medium-high heat; add chicken and cook, turning frequently, until lightly browned, about 7 minutes. Transfer chicken to platter, set aside.

In same skillet combine tomatoes, asparagus, and garlic. Saute, stirring occasionally until asparagus is just tender, 4-5 minutes. Add chicken broth, cheese, basil, vinegar, parsley and pepper. Reduce heat to low and let simmer, stirring frequently until flavors blend, 5 to 10 minutes. Return chicken to skillet and continue to simmer until chicken is heated through and liquid cooks down. Serve with additional Parmesan cheese. Serves 4.