Lemon Asparagus Pasta with Grilled Chicken

INGREDIENTS

1 lb

boneless, skinless chicken breasts (, grilled and cut into strips)

1 lb

asparagus (, ends removed, cut into 1 inch pieces)

10 oz

linguine pasta ((spaghetti or fettuccine will also work))

3/4 cup

heavy cream

2 tbsp

butter

salt and pepper

1 tbsp

lemon zest

1 tbsp

lemon juice

1/3 cup

finely shredded parmesan cheese

Optional garnishes: Lemon slices and 1/4 cup chopped parsley