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Cremige Hähnchen Feta Pasta

Creamy Chicken Feta Pasta That Your Family Will Love

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This Creamy Chicken Feta Pasta is a quick dish that combines tender chicken and creamy feta, making it a family favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta Any shape, gluten-free works beautifully.
For the Protein
  • 1 pound Chicken breast Diced; substitute with turkey or shrimp if desired.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Creamy, low-fat feta is a great option.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with coconut oil.
For Flavor Enhancement
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
Optional Vegetable Additions
  • 1 cup Vegetables Spinach, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, or zucchini.
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Herbs Parsley or basil, chopped.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with salt, and cook until browned and cooked through (7-10 minutes).
  3. Add minced garlic to the skillet, stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Crumble feta cheese into the skillet, add reserved pasta water, and stir to create a creamy sauce.
  5. Add drained pasta to the skillet, tossing with the chicken and feta mixture until coated. Adjust sauce consistency with more pasta water if needed.
  6. Optionally stir in vegetables and cook for another 2 minutes. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust pasta water for desired creaminess. Don't skip fresh ingredients for best flavor. Suitable for leftovers stored in an airtight container for 3 days in the fridge.

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