Greek Chicken Spaghetti (Printable)

Grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese combined with spaghetti for a fresh Mediterranean meal.

# 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 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 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through and juices run clear. Transfer to plate and rest 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
03 - Bring large pot of salted water to boil. Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
04 - Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and red onion 2 minutes until softened. Add cherry tomatoes and cook 3-4 minutes until just softened.
05 - Add cooked spaghetti, olives, and reserved pasta water to skillet. Toss well to combine and heat through, adding additional 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, tossing gently.
07 - Divide among serving plates, sprinkle with remaining feta and additional parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in just 35 minutes but tastes like you spent all day cooking something special
  • The combination of warm pasta, cool feta, and bright Mediterranean flavors is absolutely addictive
02 -
  • Never skip resting the chicken after grilling, those juices need time to redistribute
  • The pasta water is essential for creating a silky sauce that clings to every strand
03 -
  • Marinate the chicken for an hour before grilling if you have time, it makes a noticeable difference
  • Let the pasta cool slightly before adding the feta so it does not melt completely
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