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Best Greek Pasta Recipe - How to Make Greek Pasta
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Brief Description
Inspired by the ingredients from Greek salad, this fun and vibrant pasta dish is loaded with flavors and textures. The lemony cream cheese and feta cream sauce is a pasta game changer.
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Main Ingredient
pasta
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Category: Pasta
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Cuisine: American
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Prep Time: 30 min(s)
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Cook Time: 15 min(s)
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Recipe Type: Public
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Source:
https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a51944/greek-chicken-pasta-recipe/
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Posted By: kdeluz18
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Posted On: Dec 08, 2020
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Ingredients:
- 1 - lb. penne
- 2 - tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 3/4 - lb. boneless chicken breasts
- 1 - tsp. dried oregano
- 2 cloves - garlic, minced
- 3/4 - c. half and half (or whole milk)
- 1 - (8-ounce) block cream cheese
- 1/2 - c. crumbled feta cheese
- 1 - tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 - tsp. lemon zest
- 1 1/2 - c. halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 - c. pitted Kalamata olives, halved
- 1 - cucumber, chopped
- 1/4 - c. chopped fresh dill
Directions:
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano then add to skillet. Cook until chicken is golden and cooked through, about 8 minutes per side. Remove from chicken from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes.
To the same skillet, heat remaining oil. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add half and half, cream cheese, and crumbled feta, and cook, stirring occasionally, until cheeses have melted. Stir in lemon juice and zest then season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cut chicken into 2" pieces then add to skillet with cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, olives, cucumber, and dill. Toss until evenly combined.
Garnish with parsley before serving.
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