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Greek Chicken Pasta with Olives and Feta


  • Author: salah

Ingredients

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Ingredients:

  • For the Chicken:

    • 2 medium skin-on, bone-in chicken breasts

    • 1 teaspoon salt

    • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

    • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano

    • 2 small cloves garlic, minced

    • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

    • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil

  • For the Vinaigrette:

    • Juice of 2 lemons (about 1/4 cup)

    • 1 teaspoon salt

    • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

    • 1/2 cup olive oil

  • For the Pasta:

    • 1 pound fusilli pasta (or any pasta of your choice)

    • 12 ounces marinated artichoke hearts, halved or quartered into bite-sized pieces

    • 1 1/2 cups pitted olives (kalamata or Mediterranean mix)

    • 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled or cut into small cubes

    • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano

    • Handful of chopped fresh parsley


Instructions

  • Prepare the Chicken:

    • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

    • Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, chopped oregano, minced garlic, and lemon zest.

    • Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.

    • Sear the chicken breasts, skin-side down, for 4-5 minutes until the skin is golden brown.

    • Flip the chicken over and transfer the skillet to the oven. Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Remove from the oven and let it rest.

  • Make the Vinaigrette:

    • In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Set the vinaigrette aside.

  • Cook the Pasta:

    • While the chicken is roasting, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

    • Cook the fusilli pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, about 9-11 minutes.

    • Drain the pasta and set it aside.

  • Assemble the Salad:

    • Once the chicken has rested, shred it into bite-sized pieces, discarding the skin and bones.

    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, marinated artichoke hearts, olives, feta cheese, and chopped oregano.

    • Pour the vinaigrette over the pasta mixture and toss everything together until well combined.

    • Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.

  • Serve:

    • Transfer the Greek chicken pasta to a serving platter or individual bowls.

    • Garnish with chopped parsley for a burst of freshness.

    • Serve chilled or at room temperature for a light, refreshing meal.