Chicken Asparagus Penne Pasta

• 1 pound Chicken Tenders
• 1 packet Zesty Italian Dressing Mix - Dry
• 14.5 ounces box of Dreamfield's Penne Pasta
• 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 3 Garlic Cloves, minced
• 1 pound Asparagus, trimmed and chopped into 1" pieces
• 3 cups Cherry Tomatoes
• 1/2 cup fresh chopped Celery
• 1/2 cup finely chopped Onion
• 1/2 cup Chicken Stock
• 1/2 cup Pasta Water
• 2 tablespoons White Balsamic Vinegar
• 1 small can sliced Black Olives
• 1 small can sliced green olives (or sub capers)
• 2 cups fresh grated Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese
• 4 tablespoons fresh chopped Basil
• 2 tablespoons fresh cracked Pepper

1. Cook pasta according to directions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water for later.
2. Grill chicken tenders in 1 Tbsp. olive oil and season with 1 Tbsp. of the italian dressing mix. Save the rest of the dressing mix for later.
3. Saute' garlic and asparagus pieces in 1 Tbsp. olive oil until asparagus is slightly tender. Add tomatoes and stir over medium high heat for 2 minutes. Add all sauteed ingredients to pasta.
4. Add all other ingredients, except for 1/4 cup cheese and basil to pasta. Mix thoroughly. Salt to taste. When ready to serve, sprinkle with basil and remaining cheese. Serve warm or chill before serving. Your choice.

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Taken from food52.com/recipes/4108-chicken-asparagus-penne-pasta (may not work)