Greek Chicken Spaghetti (Printable Version)

Grilled chicken pasta with tomatoes, olives, and feta in a Mediterranean-inspired dish that's vibrant, fresh, and easy to prepare.

# 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:

01 - Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Brush chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with oregano, salt, and pepper.
02 - Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through with clear juices. 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, then 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 3-4 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 to combine.
07 - Divide among plates and sprinkle with remaining feta cheese and extra parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The way the warm pasta melts the feta slightly into this creamy tangy sauce that happens without any cream whatsoever
  • It comes together in 35 minutes but tastes like something you simmered all afternoon
02 -
  • That pasta water is liquid gold, do not forget to save it before draining
  • Slicing the chicken against the grain keeps it tender instead of chewy
03 -
  • Crumble the feta yourself from a block for the best texture
  • Marinate the chicken for an hour if you have time, it makes a noticeable difference
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