Zesty Greek Chicken Pasta with Spicy Harissa Feta Cream & Roasted Asparagus Crisps
Get ready for a Mediterranean-inspired dinner that’s bursting with flavor. This Zesty Greek Chicken Pasta features juicy grilled chicken, tender pasta coated in a creamy harissa feta sauce, and crisp roasted asparagus. Perfect for a quick dinner, easy entertaining, or when you need fresh food ideas, it balances smoky spice, tangy creaminess, and herbaceous brightness. Whether you’re after a quick dinner idea, an easy recipe for guests, or a healthy dinner option, this dish delivers big flavor with minimal fuss.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz short pasta (penne, rotini, or shells)
- 2 tbsp harissa paste
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Grill or pan-sear until golden and cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast 10–12 minutes until tender and crisp. Optional: roast vegetable peels for extra crunch.
- Cook pasta until al dente, reserving 1 cup pasta water.
- In a skillet, sauté garlic in olive oil, stir in harissa paste, add cream, and melt in feta. Thin with pasta water if needed.
- Toss pasta with sauce. Serve topped with chicken, asparagus, crisps, and herbs.
Nutrition
Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 32gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 780mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 15mg
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