Grilled Chicken Asparagus Pasta (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

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01 - 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
03 - 1 pound asparagus, woody ends trimmed
04 - Olive oil, kosher salt, and fresh ground black pepper to taste
05 - 12 ounces rotini pasta
06 - 1/3 cup pesto
07 - 1/2 lemon, juiced
08 - 1/4 cup shredded Pecorino Romano or parmesan cheese
09 - 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
10 - Fresh chopped basil and additional Pecorino Romano for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and place into a large serving bowl.
02 - Preheat the grill to medium-high heat while the pasta cooks.
03 - Season the chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Lay asparagus in a single layer on a foil-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
04 - Grill the chicken for 4-6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°-165°F. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
05 - Place the prepared asparagus onto the grill grates horizontally. Grill for 2 minutes, then roll or flip with tongs and grill for another 1-2 minutes. Slice into 2-inch pieces.
06 - Add the chopped chicken and asparagus to the pasta bowl. Add pesto, lemon juice, and shredded Pecorino Romano or parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper and toss to coat evenly. Taste for seasoning.
07 - Garnish with toasted pine nuts and fresh basil, if desired. Serve warm or cold.