Greek Chicken Spaghetti (Printable)

Mediterranean pasta featuring grilled chicken, tomatoes, olives, and feta cheese. A fresh, flavorful meal ready in just 35 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 oz 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 oz 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 to medium-high heat. Brush chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with oregano, salt, and pepper.
02 - Grill chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side until cooked through and juices run clear. Transfer to a plate and rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
03 - 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 and drain.
04 - 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 to 4 minutes until just softened.
05 - Add cooked spaghetti, olives, and reserved pasta water to the skillet. Toss well to combine and heat through, adding more olive oil if needed.
06 - Remove skillet from heat. Stir in lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and chopped parsley. Add sliced chicken and half the feta cheese, tossing gently.
07 - Divide among serving plates. Sprinkle with remaining feta cheese and extra parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The combination of warm grilled chicken and cool tangy feta creates perfect bites every time
  • You can have everything on the table in under 40 minutes even with prep
02 -
  • Letting the chicken rest before slicing keeps all the juices inside instead of on your cutting board
  • The pasta water is crucial for creating a silky coating that binds the ingredients together
03 -
  • Don't skip the resting time for the chicken or you'll lose all those flavorful juices
  • Everything should be warm but not piping hot when you add the feta so it softens without melting completely
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