Description
A delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish combining baked feta, tender chicken, and fresh tomatoes, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block (7-8 oz) feta cheese
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 8 oz pasta (penne or your choice)
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a baking dish, combine the feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, and dried oregano. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for about 30 minutes, until the tomatoes burst and the feta is soft.
- While the feta and tomatoes are baking, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and mix everything together to create a creamy sauce.
- Add the cooked chicken and pasta to the dish, tossing to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
Use high-quality feta cheese for the best flavor and feel free to add extra vegetables or adjust the seasoning to your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chicken, Feta, Pasta, Mediterranean, Easy Weeknight Dinner, Baked Feta