Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces Penne or Rotini pasta
- 1.5 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil, divided
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 ounces Crumbled Feta cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
- Step 2: Season the cubed chicken with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
- Step 3: Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan. Sauté the minced garlic, cherry tomatoes, and dried oregano until the tomatoes just begin to soften (about 3 minutes).
- Step 4: Pour in the chicken broth, stirring and scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the mixture simmer for 2 minutes, then return the cooked chicken to the skillet.
- Step 5: Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss everything together to coat thoroughly. If the sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon or two of the reserved pasta water. Remove from heat and gently stir in the crumbled Feta cheese before serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers promptly in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, noting that the Feta will continue to absorb moisture overnight.
- When reheating, refresh the pasta by adding a tablespoon of reserved pasta water or a splash of chicken broth to the skillet before warming through to keep the sauce creamy.
- For a brighter, authentic Greek finish, garnish the final plate with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley or dill.
- Maximize the flavor base during Step 4 by vigorously scraping up all the savory, browned chicken bits (fond) from the bottom of the pan when you add the chicken broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American