Greek Chicken Spaghetti (Printable)

Tender grilled chicken tossed with spaghetti, cherry tomatoes, olives, and feta in a zesty lemon-herb dressing.

# Required Ingredients:

→ 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

# Directions:

01 - Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Brush chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper.
02 - Grill the chicken for 6–7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and juices run clear. Transfer to a plate, rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
03 - While the chicken cooks, 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 - In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil 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, tossing gently.
07 - Divide among plates, sprinkle with remaining feta and extra parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Everything comes together in under 40 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners when you want something special but effortless
  • The combination of warm pasta and cool, tangy feta creates this incredible temperature contrast that keeps every bite interesting
  • Leftovers actually taste better the next day as the flavors meld together in the refrigerator
02 -
  • Reserving pasta water is nonnegotiable, the starch helps create a silky sauce that clings to every strand of spaghetti
  • Letting the chicken rest before slicing keeps it juicy instead of drying out the moment you cut into it
  • Add the lemon juice off the heat or it can turn bitter and harsh, which no one wants
03 -
  • Marinate the chicken for an hour in olive oil, lemon juice, and extra oregano for deeper flavor penetration
  • Whole wheat spaghetti works great here and adds a nutty dimension that stands up to the bold ingredients
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