Greek Chicken Spaghetti (Printable)

Mediterranean pasta with grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese. Fresh and flavorful in 35 minutes.

# Ingredient list:

→ Protein

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
04 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Pasta

05 - 12 ounces spaghetti

→ Vegetables

06 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
10 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

→ Cheese

11 - 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

→ Dressing

12 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
14 - 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
15 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Brush chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through and juices run clear. Transfer to a plate and rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
02 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
03 - Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and red onion for 2 minutes until softened. Add cherry tomatoes and cook 3-4 minutes until just softened.
04 - Add cooked spaghetti, olives, and reserved pasta water to the skillet. Toss well to combine and heat through, adding more olive oil if needed.
05 - Remove skillet from heat. Stir in lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and chopped parsley. Add sliced chicken and half the feta cheese, tossing gently to combine.
06 - Divide among plates, sprinkle with remaining feta cheese and extra parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Its a complete meal that comes together in under 40 minutes with almost zero cleanup
  • The combination of hot pasta and tangy feta creates this incredible creamy sauce without any heavy cream
  • You can grill extra chicken on Sunday and have this ready in 15 minutes on busy nights
02 -
  • Dont skip resting the chicken after grilling or all the juices will run out onto the cutting board instead of staying in the meat
  • The pasta water is crucial for creating that silky coating that binds everything together, so dont forget to save some
  • Feta varies in saltiness, so taste the dish before adding extra salt at the end
03 -
  • Marinate the chicken for an hour in olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs for deeper flavor penetration
  • Crumble the feta right before serving instead of buying pre crumbled for the best texture
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