Spaghetti with chicken, feta, courgettes and mint

Instructions

1 Cook spaghetti following packet directions, adding peas and asparagus in the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain and return to saucepan.

2 Meanwhile, spray a large frying pan with oil and place over a medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden and cooked through. Set aside.

3 Return pan to heat. Add courgettes and garlic. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes until lightly golden. Add lemon zest and chilli. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute.

4 Add chicken, courgette mixture, mint and pine nuts to pasta. Toss until ingredients are well combined. Garnish with feta before serving.

Other delicious ways to enjoy asparagus

Make the most of this in-season favourite with these quick tips:

• Steam/microwave until just tender. Lay on a plate and top with a softly poached egg, grated parmesan and a grind of black pepper.
• Toss in balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Cook under a hot grill until caramelised (about 10 minutes). Serve with steak or grilled chicken.
• Try asparagus spears dunked into soft-boiled eggs.
• Make a salad from scallops, cooked potatoes, rocket and blanched asparagus. Dress with a lemony vinaigrette.