Chicken Penne Pasta with Asparagus and Peppers

Chicken Penne Pasta with Asparagus and Peppers is a simple, super healthy, and incredibly delicious pasta dinner that stretches a long way. Use up whatever veggies you have in the fridge. Done in 30 minutes and great as leftovers for days to come!
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INGREDIENTS:
12 ounces whole wheat penne pasta* (or gluten-free chickpea penne pasta)
Salt and pepper
6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 1/4 pounds chicken breasts, diced
1 pound asparagus, trimmed and chopped (sub: green beans)
1 onion, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
Pinch red pepper flakes
2 garlic cloves, minced (or 1 teaspoon pre-minced garlic)
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (sub: fresh lemon juice)
1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley (sub: fresh basil)
2 ounces (about 1/2 cup) crumbled feta cheese (sub: grated Parmesan cheese or crumbled goat cheese)
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