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Chicken Feta Greek Pasta

Delicious Chicken Feta Greek Pasta for Easy Weeknight Dinners

This Chicken Feta Greek Pasta is a quick and customizable dish, perfect for weeknight dinners. Enjoy tender chicken, creamy feta, and vibrant flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces penne or fusilli pasta whole wheat or gluten-free options available
For the Protein
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts can substitute with tofu or shrimp
For the Cooking Base
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium red bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes oil-packed preferred
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives halved
  • 2 cups baby spinach
For the Creamy Element
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese prefer block feta for texture
For Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes optional
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Measuring spoons
  • cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, add to skillet, and sauté for 6-8 minutes until cooked through. Transfer chicken to a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil if needed. Sauté red onion and bell pepper for 3-4 minutes, then add garlic for another minute.
  4. Add sun-dried tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, and olives to the skillet, stirring for about 2 minutes until the mixture begins to soften.
  5. Slice the cooked chicken and return to the skillet. Fold in spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  6. Toss the drained pasta into the skillet. Add reserved pasta water gradually until desired consistency is reached.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in feta, parsley, and dill, mixing well.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or chili flakes. Serve hot, garnished with extra herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months before thawing in the fridge.

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