Spice Mix

• 1 ½ teaspoon chipotle chili pepper, chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon pepper

Chicken

• 2 medium chicken breasts, pounded and chopped into bite size pieces
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon lime juice

Pasta and Vegetables

• 1 cup asparagus, chopped into 1-inch pieces
• 1 pound penne pasta

Creamy Chipotle Sauce

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 2 bell peppers (red, yellow, and/or orange), thinly sliced
• 4-6 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ cup flour
• 2 ½ cups low sodium chicken broth
• 1 ½ cups half and half (or milk whisked with 1 tablespoon cornstarch, or evaporated milk mixed with 2 teaspoons cornstarch)
• 1 ½ teaspoons chicken bouillon (granulated, crushed cubes, or base)
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 cup freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• ½ cup frozen petite peas (do not thaw)

Optional Garnishes

• Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh parsley or cilantro
• Lime juice