Baked Chicken Feta Pasta Recipe
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4 bowls
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Calories
381 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Baked Chicken Feta Pasta Recipe
Description
The Baked Chicken Feta Pasta Recipe features seasoned diced chicken breast baked together with cherry tomatoes and crumbled feta cheese in a moderate oven. The combination of Italian seasoning, garlic, and onion powder adds depth to the mild chicken, while the olive oil helps create a cohesive sauce as the tomatoes soften and burst. The feta melts enough to develop a creamy texture with a slightly golden top, mingling with the roasted tomatoes to form a flavorful base.
Meanwhile, the pasta is cooked separately, drained, and combined with the warm feta-tomato mixture along with some reserved pasta water, which helps achieve a silky consistency. The result is a hearty yet fresh pasta dish with tender chicken pieces, tangy feta, and sweet roasted tomatoes throughout. A sprinkle of fresh basil leaves can be added at serving to introduce herbal brightness.
This baked pasta works well as a filling weeknight meal, offering protein, vegetables, and carbohydrate in one dish. It's best served immediately to enjoy the creaminess and roasted textures. The recipe includes simple storage instructions, making it convenient to refrigerate leftovers for up to three days.
Ingredients
- ½ pound chicken breast diced, boneless, skinless
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- black pepper to taste, freshly ground
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 cups cherry tomato
- 8 ounces feta cheese
- 2 cups pasta dry
- basil for garnish, fresh
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400℉.
- In a bowl, season the chicken with the garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper.
- Add the olive oil, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and seasoned chicken to a 9x13-inch baking dish, and toss to evenly coat. Sprinkle with more pepper if desired, and place in the oven.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until the top of the feta cheese is golden and the tomatoes are roasted.
- While the tomatoes and feta are baking, prepare the pasta according to package directions. Drain and reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
- Remove the feta and tomatoes from the oven and stir to combine, breaking down the tomatoes to create a creamy sauce.
- Add the pasta and the reserved cooking water to the tomato feta mixture, and stir until everything is well coated.
- Serve with basil if desired.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator; consume within 3 days for best quality.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4bowls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 381 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1bowl | |
| Calories | 381kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 87mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 1350mg | 56% |
| Potassium | 831mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 1160IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 26mg | 29% |
| Calcium | 316mg | 32% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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